Reviving wing mirror bases back to black

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tee.gilding

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 Hampshire
Hi all,

On my E86, the wing mirror bases (the black plastic bits which connect to the door) have faded and are quite grey. I use trim products regularly to revive them, but it only lasts a week or so before looking dull again. Does anyone have any suggestions on how best to revive these back to their former glory and have them black and glossy full time?

Thanks!
TG
 
Phoenixboy said:
meguiars ultimate, recommended and works.
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I've got some of that for my interior and it is great stuff. I dont think it's a permanent trim restorer though for exteriors?
 
idej_z4 said:
This: https://www.cleanyourcar.co.uk/gtechniq-c4-permanent-trim-restorer

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That looks exactly like what I'm after. Is it easy to apply? I tried their ceramic coating on my wheels and I don't think it did much (probably user error...).
 
tee.gilding said:
idej_z4 said:
This: https://www.cleanyourcar.co.uk/gtechniq-c4-permanent-trim-restorer

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That looks exactly like what I'm after. Is it easy to apply? I tried their ceramic coating on my wheels and I don't think it did much (probably user error...).
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It's all about the prep. You have make sure all contaminates have been removed, but after that it is really easy. You also need to give it plenty of time to cure. Gutted to hear you didn't think too much to the ceramic coating - I'm a huge fan and it took me a couple of times to get it bang on. If you do the right prep, and give it the time it takes / needs I'm sure you'll soon be a fan. I used Carbon Collective for my wheels, paint and glass - the glass actually being my favourite of what they do and would highly recommend. Doing 30mph when its raining and not needing to use your wipers is brilliant!!!
 
Ceramic coating is the way to go for sure. You should make sure it's very clean though, including an isopropyl alcohol wipe down beforehand to ensure a good bond.
 
idej_z4 said:
Phoenixboy said:
meguiars ultimate, recommended and works.
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I've got some of that for my interior and it is great stuff. I dont think it's a permanent trim restorer though for exteriors?
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it says for interior and exterior, with uv protection.
had mine on for 2/3 weeks now and washed car a few times since and seems to be holding up well.
 
Thanks guys, I'll do some Amazon exploration tonight and order up some products. Thanks for your help! Stand by for results.
 
Get yourself to a bodyshop and have them colour coded to the car for £100, the plastic looks really cheap and not fitting to the car.
 
Angelus666 said:
Get yourself to a bodyshop and have them colour coded to the car for £100, the plastic looks really cheap and not fitting to the car.
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Never thought about doing that! Like the idea but would want to see it first - have you had it done?
 
mines got piano black ones from factory, not something i've had before on a zed, but its nice! Maybe coz its an indervidjewel
 
I used this:- https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00IOMDUN0/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Over 6 months later mine are still black!
 
Mr Tidy said:
I used this:- https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00IOMDUN0/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Over 6 months later mine are still black!
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Same thing I suggested 😁😁😁
 
Oops! :lol:

I'm very pleased with it - I just need to work my way around the rest of the black plastic bits. :roll:
 
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