Do you wash and care for your vehicles yourself?

[danase]

For those of you that take your rides through car washes that are scratching the ever living hell out of your cars, would you be willing to pay like $20-$40 for an exterior hand wash and a quick spray wax to "freshen" up the exterior? No polish or anything, just a mar free hand wash and quick spray wax.

[foamy]

It's why I always recommend wearing rubber gloves when detailing. I always recommend it but rarely use them myself. Quote from BOB

Hey Bob if you don't use gloves you better get some anti bacterial stuff from Shaklee

[foamy]

kevin said:

Might be a good point brought up in that post. Who has time to wash and detail their own car? I do general cleanings in my car, mostly though I go to Ray`s for the $10 special, even in the summer. It is not detailed, they do a good cleaning, and it`s a lease and goes back next year anyway.

I'm not sure if Ray's is a DADBA Member so I'll wash my car at home with Bob's products as soon as it gets warmer. I try to use DADBA Members when ever I can.

[sarahandrews]

My husband and I hate washing the car, so I'll have to ask him what he would prefer, come warmer weather--your products, or your service. I'll let you know what he says. Or, if you're at the potluck you can talk to him!

[Margo B]

One thing about this thread, it sure makes me feel better that I'm not the only one driving a rolling disgrace. Funny, I don't really notice it too much, until I have to pick someone up and drive them somewhere. Then, it's too late to do much about it. I just clear off the front seat to make room for the passenger. Does anyone else think of their vehicle as their office on wheels? To answer your question Bob, I think you have a great idea about a mobile detailing business. Margo

[LeannaBronni]

Now that I know that the car wash is bad for my van, I'd definitely be even more inclined to use your mobile service, Bob, to clean my "office on wheels!"

[danase]

The "office on wheels" thing brings up a good point. I know a lot of you use your vehicles to do business and meet with clients. I was reading a business article a while ago about how what you pull up in to meet a client has a huge impact on your clients first impressions of you. I've talked to a business coach before that drove a huge pile of junk. I know it is wrong to do but the first thing in my mind was, "Why am I going to hire you?...You can't even afford yourself a car that isn't filled with rust holes and I am supposed to think you are going to make me rich?"

[lindapastor]

Bob, because I know some very rich people who do not own a new car and never will spend that much money on a depreciating item, I have a couple of theories on that coach's car.

He is either A) so busy helping others that he does not have time to buy a newer vehicle, B) he is lazy, C) he does not care about status, or D) if he is at all like me, he would rather invest his money into an asset, like an IRA or something for the future.

I bought my first new vehicle in 1972--I spent $1378. My second new vehicle [$28,000] I purchased in 2006--and John FORCED me to buy both. I would not have EVER spent that much money on a new item, had John not insisted.

I think that many people have used autos and trucks as a status symbol, buying the next best vehicle because of advertisement instead of need. New vehicles are not for everyone. {Clean vehicles however are a must.}

Blessings,
Linda

[Laura Wyatt]

You know something ~ back when I had the corporate job that came with the company car, keeping it clean was part of our monthly audit. If we were caught with a dirty exterior or cluttered interior it effected our bonus.

I agree that people will judge you on the cleanliness of the vehicle!!! I bought some of Bob's interior cleaner and it does a great job of shining up the dash and interior. THANKS BOB!!!!

[LeannaBronni]

Okay, the posts are getting to me...for the last few days, it seems my car is getting even worse! So, I took another look at Bob's website and realized he has some great products that I can use myself inbetween visits to him for the good deep down detailing. So, I'm emailing my order to you, Bob! I also noticed that you have leather cleaner that protects and conditions, too - would that product be okay for our leather sofa and chair as well? Thanks for the education and the guilt trip!

[danase]

lindapastor said:

Bob, because I know some very rich people who do not own a new car and never will spend that much money on a depreciating item, I have a couple of theories on that coach's car.

He is either A) so busy helping others that he does not have time to buy a newer vehicle, B) he is lazy, C) he does not care about status, or D) if he is at all like me, he would rather invest his money into an asset, like an IRA or something for the future.

I bought my first new vehicle in 1972--I spent $1378. My second new vehicle [$28,000] I purchased in 2006--and John FORCED me to buy both. I would not have EVER spent that much money on a new item, had John not insisted.

I think that many people have used autos and trucks as a status symbol, buying the next best vehicle because of advertisement instead of need. New vehicles are not for everyone. {Clean vehicles however are a must.}

Blessings,
Linda

It really doesn't matter what their excuse is. It's a fact that the majority of people think that way when they see someone in a nuts box pulls up and then want the client to spend money with them. I was just saying what was in the article.

[danase]

laura said:

You know something ~ back when I had the corporate job that came with the company car, keeping it clean was part of our monthly audit. If we were caught with a dirty exterior or cluttered interior it effected our bonus.

I agree that people will judge you on the cleanliness of the vehicle!!! I bought some of Bob's interior cleaner and it does a great job of shining up the dash and interior. THANKS BOB!!!!

Thanks for the business!

[danase]

leannabronni1 said:

Okay, the posts are getting to me...for the last few days, it seems my car is getting even worse! So, I took another look at Bob's website and realized he has some great products that I can use myself inbetween visits to him for the good deep down detailing. So, I'm emailing my order to you, Bob! I also noticed that you have leather cleaner that protects and conditions, too - would that product be okay for our leather sofa and chair as well? Thanks for the education and the guilt trip!

This should help answer that question Leanna.
dadba1.proboards85.com/index.cgi?board=kudos&action=display&thread=1201570704

I got your email and will try shoot you an invoice today, if not tomorrow for sure.

Thanks!


p.s. My truck is a filthy mess and I know out of anyone here mine should be the cleanest always. It is going through the touchless wash today.

[Margo B]

danase said:

The "office on wheels" thing brings up a good point. I know a lot of you use your vehicles to do business and meet with clients. I was reading a business article a while ago about how what you pull up in to meet a client has a huge impact on your clients first impressions of you. I've talked to a business coach before that drove a huge pile of junk. I know it is wrong to do but the first thing in my mind was, "Why am I going to hire you?...You can't even afford yourself a car that isn't filled with rust holes and I am supposed to think you are going to make me rich?"

As it happens, I have an older brother who did extremely well with his own business, and retired with a comfort level that is also my goal to attain. He does not drive showy, status vehicles, but they are newer models in good repair. He only gives me advice when I ask for it. Three things he told me that I keep in mind: 1, ADVERTISE. 2, Work to live. Don't live to work. 3, If someone comes to give you an estimate, and their vehicle is a pile of junk, DON'T hire them. You could be left high and dry if it looks like their business is about to go under. And by the way, my brother's name is Bob also.

[danase]

margo said:

danase said:

The "office on wheels" thing brings up a good point. I know a lot of you use your vehicles to do business and meet with clients. I was reading a business article a while ago about how what you pull up in to meet a client has a huge impact on your clients first impressions of you. I've talked to a business coach before that drove a huge pile of junk. I know it is wrong to do but the first thing in my mind was, "Why am I going to hire you?...You can't even afford yourself a car that isn't filled with rust holes and I am supposed to think you are going to make me rich?"

As it happens, I have an older brother who did extremely well with his own business, and retired with a comfort level that is also my goal to attain. He does not drive showy, status vehicles, but they are newer models in good repair. He only gives me advice when I ask for it. Three things he told me that I keep in mind: 1, ADVERTISE. 2, Work to live. Don't live to work. 3, If someone comes to give you an estimate, and their vehicle is a pile of junk, DON'T hire them. You could be left high and dry if it looks like their business is about to go under. And by the way, my brother's name is Bob also.

Oh, which reminds me. This person that I was referring to with the junky car just so happens to ran off with a bunch of peoples money and never gave them service and took some service and never paid.

Nice huh?