black vs basalt black, ease of care
#16
Rennlist Member
I think they are pretty equal. Our old Cayenne was black and my Turbo is Basalt. Just choose your preference. Between the two, I liked the Basalt better.
#19
My prior cars that I drove on track were black. I thought I had a problem keeping them clean and I used to clean them A LOT. This time around, I bought white, thinking my dirty car problems are over. Maybe if I drive on the street only. On the track, you are absolutely right, track rubber smears are a nightmare, especially on the rear fender vinyl protectant, very stubborn. I gave up and am driving with stained rear fenders. Rarely noticed them on a black car. Not trying to hijack a thread by talking about white, just agreeing with you.
Last edited by SamFromTX; 02-06-2014 at 10:34 PM.
#23
I also had 2 black cars.. both metallic. Mini Astro Black and V8 M3 Jerez Black (has strong hints of deep blue in it on a sunny day...).
I had the M3 detailed by a super pro with a similar process than the following and yes it did look absolutely breathtaking immediately afterwards.. but on all other days it would be a massive pain to keep clean and swirl free. The pictures do a good job of showing how bad it can look if by mistake any dealership gets hold of the car to wash it after a service...
http://www.exclusivecarcare.co.uk/bm...ion-detailing/
I had the M3 detailed by a super pro with a similar process than the following and yes it did look absolutely breathtaking immediately afterwards.. but on all other days it would be a massive pain to keep clean and swirl free. The pictures do a good job of showing how bad it can look if by mistake any dealership gets hold of the car to wash it after a service...
http://www.exclusivecarcare.co.uk/bm...ion-detailing/
#24
Race Director
That paint correction is fascinating.. Amazing difference. How long does it last again, .. And will regular hand washing with a sponge ruin all that work quickly?
When people say that keeping a black car clean is a job.. I can see what they're talking ab bkw
When people say that keeping a black car clean is a job.. I can see what they're talking ab bkw