Car Detailing: Areas to attack

Car Detailing: Areas to attack

Just posting a general reference of the areas on your car you need to clean and detail:

Exterior Detailing:

- Body
- Rims and Tires
- Wheel Wells
- Exterior Plastic Trim
- Windows
- Headlights and Taillights Plastic

Interior Detailing:

- Windows
- Dashboard
- Interior Plastics
- Leather
- Carpets

Have I missed anything? Leave a comment about what else you do to Detail your Car.

Regards,
Michael Kralj

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