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    Posted by Gavin MacMillan on May 22, 2007 at 9:34 am

    Any tips for reducing the amount of fading on body work?

    We have a job to letter up a brand spanking Rolls Royce and understandably the customer would like it to look as good as new when they are finished with it. I’ve basically said that keeping in clean/polished/waxed and garaged whenever possible are the best bets but any other top tips would be much appreciated.

    There is only going to be a very subtle (anthracite onto black) logo fitted onto the doors.

    Cheers

    Gavin

    Lorraine Clinch replied 16 years, 11 months ago 3 Members · 3 Replies
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  • Andy Gorman

    Member
    May 22, 2007 at 10:57 am

    Of all the vehicles in the World, a Roller is probably the least likely to suffer from paint fade. They do something like 12 coats.

    Anyways, I don’t think fading is the biggest problem. The problem is the millions of minute scratches that all cars get covered in over time. When the vinyl is removed it reveals perfect paintwork underneath which contrasts with the worn areas.

    I’m sure a decent wax and buff would remedy this. Anyone who can afford a Roller can surely afford to pay a GOOD valeter to do this.

  • John Childs

    Member
    May 22, 2007 at 11:13 am
    quote Andy Gorman:

    Anyways, I don’t think fading is the biggest problem. The problem is the millions of minute scratches that all cars get covered in over time. When the vinyl is removed it reveals perfect paintwork underneath which contrasts with the worn areas.

    I concur with my learned colleague.

  • Lorraine Clinch

    Member
    May 22, 2007 at 11:22 am

    Or get it wrapped in clear film first!

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