Auto Finesse - The Big RX7 transformation detail

Follow along as we set about turning back the hands of time on this stunning Mazda RX7 at the Auto Finesse Detailing Academy.
Doing it with a little Finesse...
For this job we’d need an example that has seen plenty of abuse and not a great deal of detailing.
Mark’s heavily modified FD RX-7 was the perfect candidate because not only has it seen more than its fair share of track time over the years, but this fast road weapon had also been laid up outside over winter while awaiting an engine rebuild. Due to most of the 2020 season being something of a write-off, and Mark being away shooting cars for Top Gear and Speedhunters, we thought we’d get it in for a thorough overhaul.
Of course, this may be a thoroughbred bedroom wall poster car - especially for hardcore tuner fans - but the same detailing principles apply to any example as they do transforming this pedigree Japanese modern classic.
Citrus Power - pre wash: www.autofinesse.com/en/citrus…
Avalanche - Snow Foam: www.autofinesse.com/en/avalan…
Eradicate - engine cleaner: www.autofinesse.com/en/eradic…
ObliTARate - tar and glue remover: www.autofinesse.com/en/oblita…
Lather - Shampoo: www.autofinesse.com/en/lather…
Aqua Deluxe - drying towel: www.autofinesse.com/en/aqua-d…
Clay bar kit: www.autofinesse.com/en/clay-b…
DPX - Machne polisher: www.autofinesse.com/en/dpx-du…
Revitalise kit: www.autofinesse.com/en/dpx-du…
Illusion - Show Wax: www.autofinesse.com/en/illusi…
Finished with: www.autofinesse.com/en/finishing
For more info on detailer training at the Academy visit: www.autofinesse.com/en/training
Find out more about Auto Finesse’s history here: www.autofinesse.com/en/our-story
For helpful tips, tricks and guides on how to detail your car visit: www.autofinesse.com/en/blog

[@knightsportsfc3s]

I spent two weeks detailing my FD almost 10 years ago to this degree and it still blows people's brains it's a 1998 SVII Can we all admire that the FD RX-7 is still one of most beautiful cars from all angles and positions. I watched this start to finish. Wish there was more after takes of it. Whoever is behind the camera. Good eyes 👍

[@AutoFinesseChannel]

They were 100% ahead of their time with the FD, thank you for watching and for the kind words of support

[@Ezzy_KB]

Jdm sports cars of this era were just beautiful to look at.

[@steehler9184]

Finally a longer detail showing the progress, great work

[@AutoFinesseChannel]

We do listen to your requests 😜👍

[@andrewmcintosh9832]

@@AutoFinesseChannel How much would you charge to clean all my light bulbs? :-)

[@joshrayner5366]

@@AutoFinesseChannel hello there awesome video! I myself have a Mazda Rx7 FD, how much would you guys charge me to do EXACTLY the same as in this video ? Thankyou! Obviously send me a contact number or somewhere more private I can message in terms of a FB page etc and we’ll go from there if that’s a possibility !

[@Adam151082]

I love how you guys take the lights and spoilers off and even go as far as replacing parts 👌🏼

[@AutoFinesseChannel]

If a jobs worth doing and all that.

[@atw196]

Check out contempo concept !

[@zakypeltu5556]

@@atw196 agree

[@bludika]

i love how every inch of the car is detailed, not a spot missed, probably looks cleaner than the day the car was purchased

[@robinyan7023]

Usually I will watch until the end before I give a like but for this one my like came right after when you guys detail the light bulbs. Keep up the fine work mates.

[@AutoFinesseChannel]

Thank you! 👍

[@WestfieldFreshAir]

Admits to doing that in the house.

[@geofffikar3417]

People told me I was crazy for doing that.

[@robinyan7023]

It suit this video title well. The key word is transformation detail and Geoff, no I don't think you are crazy if you're a real car lover guy. Thumbs up all the way from Malaysia.

[@geofffikar3417]

@@robinyan7023 Thanks!

[@James-dg6xh]

So nice seeing each episode focusing on one car. Not like others bouncing from car to car and can't really see anything done in detail to any one car. Great work on the cars and attention to detail. Very refreshing. Thanks for the great videos.

[@kpk1185]

I am in awe at the level of this detail. It's amazing

[@adam_mace]

Riccioni's RX7 has to be one of the best looking in the world.

[@adx.200sx2]

Adam Mace Never Content Japan’s is.

[@jacdavis]

Great to see this car again, and getting some love. I was very lucky enough to work with Mark Greg and Ian on the build of this car. Definitely the best RX7 IMO

[@AutoFinesseChannel]

He just needs a little help keeping it clean from time to time 😜

[@yasserel-hadraoui911]

What a beauty, great work as usual. Video quality is just top notch

[@Andy-Mc]

Attention to detail is incredible, the end result is absolutely flawless, top job lads!!

[@BrianAndersonTT]

Wow this is one of the best detail showcases I've seen.

[@exudez1]

First time I've watched a detailing video in full without skipping. Love the attention to detail. Amazing job guys!

[@AutoFinesseChannel]

Glad you liked it!

[@l1aK]

this vid has an almost meditative vibe to it (especially the part from 0:22). love it. work, camera, editing, music on point. big up.

[@rixogtr]

Makes me genuinely want to cry seeing such a beautiful car bringing into such a perfect cleanliness, knowing that I don't have it :( :D Awesome attention for detail, never seen such a deep detailing

[@raymartin9129]

Great job guys. The best RX-7 I've seen so far.

[@hirororo3]

美しい。 カスタマイズを重ねるのではなく、単純にあるべき姿に整えていくプロセスが心地良い。

[@nyxarray9217]

The workmanship is mind blowing. Keep up the good work 👍🏻

[@ayanami808]

I basically watched 12 minutes of dudes loving on a car. It was awesome and I loved it. Superb work gentlemen. True masters of their craft.

[@Ath_leonidas]

The best detaillers in youtube for sure 1st time i see a real detail that makes the difrence well done guys

[@alaskaaa684]

This is my dream car. The state it was really made me sad. Thank you for making it beautiful again.

[@EMNemesis]

This is criminally underrated! It should have millions of views and likes because you guys deserve it! Someday, I will own one of those roaring 13B or 20B heart in that voluptuous body but on montego blue color 😍

[@tex_mex-car-tel]

Man y'all don't miss one damn spot. Very nice

[@talhajaved5886]

This is probably the nicest RX-7 I’ve seen, good job with what you’ve done!

[@Cipprik]

Is so satisfying to watch the details of this car :X Amazing job !

[@Exile.Cryptic]

You guys smash it every time, love your work!

[@adamtench4447]

You boys put in some work! The level of detail here is outstanding. What a car, such a timeless design.

[@AutoFinesseChannel]

Thank you

[@eddieellison7679]

Damn that’s a real detail for sure.

[@keyzin]

this beast definitely stood the test of time. the designer for this should be awarded

[@KrozMcD]

Thanks for showing a bit more than usual of the results of your hard work. Car looks amazing!

[@AutoFinesseChannel]

We have been taking onboard what you guys are suggesting in the comments and trying to give you more of what you ask for on these.

[@jacoblidstone1688]

BEAUTIFUL!!!! Absolutely stunning!...perfect job as usual, great work😃👍

[@AutoFinesseChannel]

Thanks

[@simonhajek6824]

LOVE these videos! Make more of them please! :)

[@seekeroftruth101]

Absolutely gorgeous car. Great job on that detail!

[@jacobm9208]

One of my favorite videos. You guys do a great job showing the process of performing a truly superb detail and its a great tool for learning and every one of the techs should be models!

[@AutoFinesseChannel]

Thank you very much!

[@Smennyboy]

Incredible work and an incredible car!

[@ahmadamir8521]

superb detailing. great job !

[@matiassilbarg2550]

THE BEST WORK!! greeting from Argentina

[@hermansillem]

These kind of big details are awesome to see!

[@AutoFinesseChannel]

Thank you!

[@klasseact6663]

That's quite an operation you guys have got there, CONGRATS🇺🇲

[@cikgubaru1984]

Super&superb finesse detailing so far

[@mrpinkyt1356]

Jeez this is tge definition of detailing..very good

[@2006chunming]

Goodness gracious!! Something so oddly satisfying by watching this!! Is like Art in motion!! The work is incredible and the car is absolutely beautiful!!

[@AutoFinesseChannel]

Thank you 🙏

[@daliborpodobnik9010]

Great work, guys..!👍

[@MK-go7vg]

Enjoyable to see people doing a job properly and with passion. Good job Auto Finesse.

[@AutoFinesseChannel]

Thank you for the kind words, we wouldn't do this kinda stuff unless we enjoyed it.

[@MK-go7vg]

@@AutoFinesseChannel where was this Rx7 detailed? How can i book my car in?

[@chris_hrh4803]

One of my favourite Full details, nice work👍 RX7’s are great

[@AutoFinesseChannel]

Appreciate the kind words and support

[@reubenbaatjes1792]

Absolutely stunning job!!

[@ayyebross]

You guys never disappoint. Great video and amazing work on the car👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@AutoFinesseChannel]

Thanks for the support 👍

[@pitbulljl20]

sin palabras... es el mazda rx-7 mas bonito que he visto en redes me encanta el color y las llantas rays que lleva montadas espectacular proceso de detalle 👏

[@DerekJetsetter]

when my man sprayed and cleaned the light bulb, i knew they are on a whole other level

[@Kelpk1]

This detail was amazing, and this car is too nice

[@anuragkhaund8363]

Excellent work guys. Loved the cinematic shots. A big fan from India.🇮🇳

[@AutoFinesseChannel]

Hey - thanks for joining us here

[@sovannarathism]

The attention to detail is amazing

[@AutoFinesseChannel]

Thank you

[@danpozzobon125]

Wow wow and wow! 😍 beautiful work

[@AutoFinesseChannel]

Thank you

[@PedroGomes_19]

Brap Brap Brap Brap Brap 😍😍😍 Great work guys!!

[@waailboubekri6039]

this is amazing keep the good work!!

[@THEBULLUK]

Wow, wow, wow!!! great work/transformation.

[@mayanksoni8465]

Great workmanship. Good choice of music in background.

[@kilove1]

Wow..these guys making old cars better than new...💯💪👏👏

[@N-JOEI]

cinematography was just as clean as the car at the end 👌👌🔥🔥

[@MatthijsV046]

Awesome video! And love your products btw.

[@mazdaspeed118]

this clip has really struck me hard thanks guys

[@merinocs]

why is this so relaxing

[@mluqman6488]

Omg!! so much details..love it 😘😍😍🔥🚗🔥 Good job guys for making such an effort to make this beauty to even more beauty 😘👌 From Malaysia

[@etyres8860]

Fantastic progress looking great 👍🏻

[@AutoFinesseChannel]

Thank you 👌

[@Bulentdinc125]

Wow! Great work.

[@awais__95]

Best detail i have ever seen brother

[@gordonchoo429]

I can watch this all day..

[@sadeqghannam983]

This is not detailing this is art

[@AutoFinesseChannel]

Appreciate that 👌

[@madshagberg5287]

Absolutely love those videos

[@naqaychaayal302]

Driver-centric cabins are coming back and cars like these are the reason why!! Love 90's JDM

[@rathesungod4606]

This is what happens when you get a group of guys with OCD.. Taking detailing to another level! 🔥 keep it up !

[@user-gh2ul8hl8o]

Hi :) message from Japan. You got a nice Alcon front brake! That's cool. My car is 95' bcnr33 v-spec. I'm glad you to take care 90's JDM cars and to keep clean to drive hard. Car would be so glad and happy :)

[@edventures9884]

Wow wow wow perfect car perfect editing and perfect everything else 🔥🔥

[@AutoFinesseChannel]

Thank you 👍

[@lutherrodgers8793]

Absolutely stunning great work guys

[@AutoFinesseChannel]

Thanks

[@Phirud]

Beautiful work

[@Romee_rome]

amazing transformation!

[@ecotable-theecofriendlyres8077]

your video is really clean and smooth

[@michaeltopping8893]

Brilliant vid!!

[@dennisk.9893]

So satisfying to watch. Wish someone would come pick up my car at give it the same love and care as that Rx7.

[@bruno_mcd]

Yessss! Beautiful car, from a very good photographer 🙌 Lovely video guys.

[@AutoFinesseChannel]

Appreciated

[@MBAlex-pm7nf]

Amazing car, amazing job!

[@DWCPodcast]

They detailed the light bulbs! I am shipping my car there tomorrow!

[@pedro_cfms]

Next level of Detailing

[@RAPIDNISMO]

Here from the December issue of TOP GEAR MAGAZINE, absolutely butiful car, insane transformation, taking an already good car into a perfect one, "bringing it back firm the dead", I adore the shape of the rx7, and good paint and a good clean really makes the difference, butiful work lads, absolutely BUTIFUL!

[@AutoFinesseChannel]

Thank you

[@cutter63]

a clean car is a happy car. Bravo!

[@omnislash6619]

I'm glad I'm not the only one that'll go this far

[@stevehines5256]

A seriously detailed detail 😎

[@jamesguirand8243]

Great job guys ..keep it up

[@yuethoongchong5283]

Love the work. Love the product. I would also like to try it on my car!!!!

[@user-gs8xp8do4q]

It's a really great professional job. And thank you for Google Translate. from Japan.

[@jihanhamza7265]

Great work guys

[@besa200]

Epic job

[@michak3130]

Woooow amazing work. Great attention to detail

[@AutoFinesseChannel]

Thanks

[@toolstime6528]

Great work!!

[@giacomogozzi5071]

Graat work - well done

[@craigchapman3322]

Wow, I’d love my S4 to have this treatment 😎. Simply stunning job guys

[@AutoFinesseChannel]

Thank you

[@dknightphy]

So satisfying 😌

[@WhySoSeriously101]

Absolutely gorgeous!

[@AutoFinesseChannel]

Appreciate it.

[@LuisAngel.1987]

Qué relajante es ver este detallado de limpieza ♥

[@nicholaslovesong1935]

U guys did a great job.....👍👍👍

[@AutoFinesseChannel]

Thanks

[@kevinpelletier-beaulieu5471]

When you clean bulbs you are on another level...

[@AutoFinesseChannel]

There’s levels to this game