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: Rainy day = Zaino Day


Washboy
05-10-2008, 06:15 PM
Hi y'all.

I hate golfing in the rain so I spent the day in the garage. My Imperial Blue Malibu had a nice factory shine but I knew I could make it better.

I found two small paint flaws and one tiny scratch while preparing for a couple of layers of Z2. The flaws were easily handled with a few rubs with a clay bar...sadly, the scratch is through the colorcoat.

I also discovered that the finger recesses behind the door handles are fitted with what appears to be 3M Clear Bra material...pretty cool, 'cause it keeps my fingernails from marring the finish. I don't know if it's a factory feature or if the dealership had it done...they didn't charge for it, so I'm thinking it's a factory application.

Anyway, the paint is now mirror-like...check it out:
http://www.chevymalibuforum.com/gallery/images/155/large/1_P5100130.JPG

Lee
05-10-2008, 08:50 PM
I also discovered that the finger recesses behind the door handles are fitted with what appears to be 3M Clear Bra material...pretty cool, 'cause it keeps my fingernails from marring the finish. I don't know if it's a factory feature or if the dealership had it done...they didn't charge for it, so I'm thinking it's a factory application.



None on our car.

NotmyCar
05-11-2008, 11:55 AM
Looks nice.. whats that behind you, a Miata or S2000?

Washboy
05-11-2008, 04:25 PM
Huh? Oh, that! It's a Miata. Fun car.

NotmyCar
05-11-2008, 06:39 PM
^ yea wifey has one. I take it out every once and a while to clear out the cat and warm up the tires. Super light and rear drive = fun!:D

08MalibuLeaser
05-12-2008, 06:14 AM
Wow you're hot LOL LOL!~!!

Washboy
05-12-2008, 07:07 AM
Yeah, I get that alot. :)

guitarboy_02451
01-07-2009, 01:46 PM
Not only did the dealer install the protection behind the handles for you, but it looks like their custom paint shop airbrushed a nice likeness of you in the door... I'm impressed! :-)