The answer could well be “very carefully.” This supercar is the world’s most valuable youngtimer, and when one of its 106 built changes hands, it makes headlines. The market value of the McLaren F1 It has been in eight figures for years, and it continues to grow. It is one of the most special cars ever created, and knowing its incredible historical relevance, it is only logical that its owners pamper it with great care. However, that extreme pampering is not incompatible with enjoyment, and after enjoyment, the machine has to take a good bath.
The owner of this spectacular McLaren F1 drove it from the UK to the Spa circuit, did a few laps, and drove it back. After the little trip the car went straight to Topaz Detailing, one of the best-known detailing workshops in the world, openly specializing in high-end cars. It is where you take your car to wash, if your car is a Bugatti Chiron. After rinsing, the car’s tires are washed with a rim cleaner, and the decontamination phase is carried out, using a degreaser that does not damage the paint or its lacquer.
The car had insects, stains on the body and traces of ferro on the tires. Nothing special.
The most stubborn dirt is removed with brushes, and the car is washed by hand, with woolen cloths, designed not to produce micro-scratches in its paint. After washing, a hand dry completes the process, leaving the car absolutely sparkling clean. This is a relatively easy wash, but its cost may have been in the four figures. A full detailing of a car like the McLaren F1 can run into the six figures, if it includes paint correction, ceramic coating and other labor intensive treatments.
It is like doing the expensive program in the car wash to your car, if we talk about comparing purchasing power.
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