Clay Barring My 38 Year Old Original Paint.. // Project Ur Quattro

[@terrybuckley1556]

I was a professional detailer back in the late 80's, so I worked mostly on this kind of paint. Back then most dealerships didn't even have a detail department so they would send their trade-ins to us. Usually anything older than 3 years got cut. It was just easier in the long run. I say this for your future reference. We used rotary polishers on the paint back then and I still swear by them. Liquid compound will work fine, just remember that heavy compound has to be at less rpm(2000) liquid compound no more than 4000 rpm. All my socks are black.

[@johnbradford9235]

😁😁😁😎

[@stevedoe1630]

I thought the sequence of events was… Rubbing compound, then polishing compound, then clay bar. Is this different for the old style paint?

[@terrybuckley1556]

@@stevedoe1630 Correct, except for the clay bar. The rubbing compound applied with rotary polisher that we used was very abrasive, so if that didn't remove any imperfections nothing will short of wet sanding. The final step was a cleaner/wax.

[@Scrubworks]

I'm guessing the key to maintaining a car with single stage paint is to regularly wax it to keep the environment off the paint? Use it as a stand-in for the clearcoat.

[@professor_farnsworth]

Could a ceramic coating be applied to single stage paint to make future detailing easier?

[@cranefly23]

Don’t fight your OCD. It helps you achieve the standards you do. Loving this new car!

[@jimren5638]

This is one lucky car. It's going to wind up being better than new and It's going to be as nice as Mr. Dos. So glad you got your dream car and it makes you so happy.

[@martinkirchner4902]

But how many centuries it will take

[@kalmanrj]

I love “ I am a grown ass woman and I talk to my cars”. Welcome to the Club Sarah! I talk to my cars and I am 50 years old ! Lol

[@jeffpribyl6488]

60 yrs old and still chatting to my cars just be worried when they start to answer

[@michaelsimmons261]

Count me in the club!

[@InsideOfMyOwnMind]

Have a friendly but firm raporte between you and what you're working on.

[@melindaortiz9741]

💯

[@gaz5663]

Talking to a car ?That’s really sad , and my washing machine agrees with me .

[@The08450]

My favorite part of the video is the fact that your having fun working on YOUR car!!!!

[@TarmenAmzarian]

Sarah: 'This is not a detaling channel, though". Also Sarah: *Claybarring to a degree of detail, no detailing channel ever does*.

[@desmondshackel7028]

I love that you have this Audi. My Dad had an 1982 Audi 200 turbo, back when I was at high school. My dream car would be a Lancia.

[@ziggyinc]

Talking to your cars is one of the reasons we like you so much!

[@joesmith9483]

that car is SO AWESOME! Loved those audi's from the 80s.

[@74alberta]

your production skills are excellent, and getting better. thanks for paying attention.

[@keithamberred6042]

Its amazing what KZbin channels are putting out for content these days. Yes, another car washing video from Sarah.

[@williamevans6522]

We're all most grateful to you for cleaning the schmutz from your backend.

[@CCharlesHahn]

Something I would prioritize is getting a paint thickness gauge to verify how much material you have to work with before you start correcting. With a car that old, original, and valuable it's a cheap way to identify any areas that are already thinned by prior work you may not be aware of. Even something in the $50 range on Amazon would be a decent starting point; no need to spend a ton on a DeFelsko or Elcometer when you're not doing corrections full-time.

[@mostcom]

Well very happy to hear from you.

[@aaronshall9258]

The sound score goes well with the car:) Thanks Sarah!

[@raho24781]

Hi Sarah just stopped in to watch how smooth and unstressfull you work, and always trying to emulate you ,,,Thank you for being you ,have a Beautiful Gorgeous week 😊

[@sartocormier4118]

You always make me smile or laugh! Don't change! :)

[@Raees-Divitiae]

OK, your devotement to your OCD and constitution of editing really shined in this one. Very impressive!

[@drivetrain1746]

When I was a paint sprayer for VW/Audi back in the early 90's we used farecla G3 and G10 compound. It was strictly trade only products back then but you can get it now and with choices available. I still have a small tub in my garage which is at least 20 years old. Just a smell of that takes me back to happy memories of painting these old cars. The paint we used was Glasurit (not sure on the spelling) but that was what we had to use. We did a re-shell on one of these quattro's in that exact colour..was the best car I ever painted.

[@tellyonthewall8751]

Glasurit .. spot on. 😃🤣And the huuge mixing shelfs .. kind of sleep craving rhythm & sound ..chung chuck chung chuck and like chiming bells at the back

[@drivetrain1746]

@@tellyonthewall8751 Ah yes it was was usually first job of the day turning the stirring machine on..last thing you needed after a night out with the lads 🍻 😄

[@tellyonthewall8751]

@@drivetrain1746 🤣🙃🤣😄 yeah ... EarGuard .. those yellow, washable foam things .. looking like a halfwit standing with an index finger in each ear,👉👴👈 waiting 1 .. 2 min. on them to expand again .. but they worked (still do) for me. Just funny with people talking to you, and you over and over saying "what?" 📢📣

[@drivetrain1746]

@@tellyonthewall8751 😄 Especially when they were new out of the little box and cold!

[@tellyonthewall8751]

@@drivetrain1746 🤣😄yes

[@pm_davidjones]

After watching a few of your cleaning videos, I have come to the realization that not a single car I have ever owned was ever actually clean.

[@glennbarrera8353]

I'm happy when I pick up the trash off the floor

[@oliverjantz1108]

Two funny!!!

[@Rick_Schott]

I clay barred my daily yesterday, took like 45 minutes. So I guess I’m saying I didn’t really clay bar my daily :(

[@billyhill2488]

I live on a gravel road and get in my truck dirty and stinky from work and fishing. At least I don't let trash or clutter pile up in the cab like some people I know. My dad has been known to barely have enough room to sit in the driver's seat in his extended cab truck.

[@michaelevans1122]

Such a terrific car, and so glad to see that Mr.Dos wasn't sold to finance the UR. I know that detailing an older car can be a true labour of love, but what a car!!

[@russellrobson7632]

Oooo... I love these cars! I'm an 80's not so wild child, even so they were the car of every boys dreams back then including mine!

[@iamtheteddy24]

I’m pretty excited for more content on this

[@jdoesmath2065]

Such an awesome car ... it's already looking great. I look forward to seeing you work to bring it back to new.

[@michaelrodriguez2640]

Love your truthfulness.

[@KimathiTheLeopard]

So cool to see these old Audi 5 cylinder Quattros get some love. I used to have a 4000cs Quattro in college with north of 230k miles on it, and then I got a 90cq 20v after graduating, but sadly I sold them when parts became unobtanium. To this day the 4000cs Quattro is probably the most enjoyable car I ever owned. Loved taking it through Topanga canyon to PCH. Great work!

[@craigk9]

Love the 80's music! Titanium dioxide... white powder added to the paint which acts as binder. Look at you geeking out on specifics.

[@btsc1]

OMG!! I had a Coupe GT back in the day. One of my all time favorites. ❤️ that 5 cyl.

[@jamiegroves1761]

Loved all your old detailing videos. And this one to.Thanks mate.😎👍

[@charmes6724]

You deserve this car Sarah. And I'm glad to see you Happy. Thanks for the upload. Love ya

[@kevincraftsbcs4488]

This car is amazing, and the dedicated work that you do is also amazing.

[@markraday8071]

I've been in the auto body business for almost 40 years and the first time I used a clay bar I was amazed.. Who knew it saved many paint jobs!! Another great video 💯✌️🌹🇺🇸

[@mikefrench3800]

Have it looking very good!

[@josephodmoors4623]

Nice work!! The car is looking great. The 8x15 Ronals were all Zermatt silver. Those were rattle can painted at one point. There's new black center caps avail from a few folks in the UK. The vents on the C pillar is because there's a gas tank in the trunk, and that's where the rear sunroof drains empty out.

[@moonkeis]

Love the pikes peak poster.

[@Tully3674]

One purpose of the side vent near the rear quarter panel is it allows the release pressure that builds up inside the car when not in use (especially if parked outside on a hot day).

[@Andrew4181975]

A few of the BMWs I own have these vents hidden behind the rear bumper cover which I found neat.

[@noshsreqd]

It also vents pressure when closing the doors so they close easier as well as a ventilation outlet for flow through ventilation.

[@barnardward5293]

A lot of cars have a flow-through ventilation system. The deal was that air entered the car through the dash vents and/or open windows and was sucked out through vents positioned at the rear of the cabin in an aerodynamically low pressure area. The first car I had with such a system was a 1966 (English) Ford Cortina. Most European cars have had some variation on the system ever since the 60s.

[@rizalahmad4207]

I love the bodywork segment. Refreshing! It’s been a while..

[@hallo2you2]

My favourit compound is Polytop from Germany. 2000 and anti hologram from Polytop is usualy my go to. Scholl concepts is my previous compounds and polish S2 and S30+. I worked in a carcare shop and sold it to the pro market. short haired wool on a DA or regular wool on a rotary first stage and medium foam pad for the finish. I use compressed air to clean out the gunk. .My favourit claybar is from Bilthamber. regular Clay is more versatile. And more agreesive than other brands.

[@scottimusgarrett15]

Such a nice car! I'm so happy you were able to get your dream vehicle!

[@pce0513]

That edit work on the wheel clean is spot on 👌 I enjoyed it a few times

[@JC-jg7nx]

I miss the detailing videos and this legend is the perfect excuse to have lots of them

[@mattlinnenbrink8352]

Meguiars #7 for restoring single stage paint. It's an older product that is outclassed by modern alternatives for clear coats, but it sings on single stage. #7 has no protection so it will have to be topped with a sealant or a wax. I would again keep it vintage and use a carnauba wax instead of a modern sealant. This will be higher maintenance than a sealant, but the carnauba shine will have more of a glow instead of a deep gloss that will look better on vintage metal. Sweet ride!

[@gamby16a]

I used to love this combo in the mid-to-late 90's!!! Might have to use it on my garage queen Civic next summer.

[@g.n.6471]

Agree. I used mother’s carnauba in the tin on a 77 black Firebird I had. Looked like a mirror afterwards.

[@paulredding5864]

Agree, use Zymol Pure Carnuba after Maguiars Clay Bar and its sealed. Then I just use quick detailer to keep the paint sealed.

[@tomdixon1213]

Tremendous patience With the clay bar. Glad you plan to keep it stock.

[@christopherstark7585]

I like the 80 style music while your clay barring.

[@edmilkovitz297]

Car is looking great.

[@NZsarge1]

Looks better already 👍🏼

[@ralphvalkenhoff2887]

I grew up in the Netherlands back then and these cars were raced in the class “b” rally races. It was so fast that this car had to be removed from racing and then the whole class had to be stopped. This car was so desirable and rare, nice to see this as your new project.

[@spaced-mouse]

I love the 80s vibe music you are using with your videos for this car.

[@steveb4012]

Hi from the UK drove a silver LHD one of these for a few hours back in the 80's. I loved it, the sound of that 5 cylinder is intoxicating. I couldn't afford a Quattro but ended up with a Coupe GT, still a great car.

[@jean-marcandjoshua-petsjournal]

The Quattro look very nice. Congratulations Sarah.

[@robertalessio6703]

I freaking love this 80's Audi as it brings back so many memories of my own. I have always been a big fan of Audi's all my life and i am sooo happy you have one to restore and cherish. Looking forward Sarah to your next endeavour with this car. Biggest fan. Respect to you. 😊👍

[@steveng93]

My 2008 Corolla has single stage white paint so I can relate to this video weirdly haha. It's hard keeping it nice but so easy to repair

[@falstar2020]

Sarah! looking good! To get the "shumut" out from between the molding and the body, roll your clay bar into a pencil.

[@johnjohn505]

Would a steamer get that out? I want a steamer for some knicks and crannies 😂

[@richr7604]

That is one nice Audi! Your attention to detail is great!

[@pme166]

You are working on my Dream Car. I have been looking for one myself for the last dozen or so years and only saw one that went for far more then I could swing. I remember when they came out on the road rally circuit and changed everything. I worked on some of the US road Rallies where they raced and it was amazing to watch them fly by. I still have an original 1983 Poster for the Sport Quattro road racers. I should go and get it out tomorrow and see what shape it in.

[@tonygiraldes7848]

Always enjoy your detailing videos 😊 glad you are so happy with your new car 👍

[@shaunkoger8905]

Wow that’s a important piece of history I love 80’s cars

[@lyfandeth]

If you contact 3M, their automotive industry products include things like an ultrafine 3000 grit polish, which is the same as a clay bar when used with the right wheel. Their pro grade stuff isn't sold in the chain stores.

[@grzejnikMilosz]

I'm using a Karcher steamer to get the stubborn dirt from seals and weather strips. It uses some pressure, but not very high. The temperature of the steam does the job perfectly to get any mold or tarry dirt out of the crannies. And what is most important (except removing dirt of course), you don't use any chemicals in the process

[@neoanderson7]

This beast is super mint! You lucked out hard finding this one. 👍🏻👏🏻 I always look forward to your vids. 👏🏻 I can’t wait to see all the little touch ups you’ll be doing to this one. 😎

[@tjcben1]

Love the look of this car and the rally heritage it brings. Interesting project to undertake.

[@MiracleMitch]

My dream car also Sarah, just love the turbo whine when they are opened up. My brother had the 5 cylinder GT in a metallic deep red, another great Audi of the time. Some names for you: Moutty-Moo (Michelle MOUTON) Suzy or Suzy Q (Suzi QUATTRO) Tina Turn-UR Great car, great channel

[@southpawgarage4718]

Love the choice of music for this video. Matches the era of the car very well. I know it was intentional from you 'cause that's how you roll. Your attention to details on everything you do is just impressive.

[@robhernandez7322]

The time lapse on the wheel cleaning was lit, the little soapy effect was pretty special😶‍🌫️

[@paulredding5864]

Its great you have OCD on the wheels Sarah (or is it just normal old school attention to detail and pride in one's work). When you get to the wheels, check for the correct paint code on the quattroforum and get the shop to mix it as it's a very specific colour. Once done, use a wheel wax or Supagard on the inside of the rims as this forms a layer against brake dust and road grime and makes it a heck of a lot easier to clean next time. On the lightbulbs, take them out of the board with a cloth and polish the glass bulb as this removes the moisture/dust mix that builds up and causes the glass to heat sink and reduces the life of the bulbs.

[@lightsourcejourneys]

Griots Garage products! I’ve been hand detailing my own cars for 25 years now and I’ve never found a product line that works so well. By the way, thank you for all of the awesome entertainment over the years!!! You are consistently one of my favorite KZbinrs.

[@jaqqito]

and their speed shine smells amazing (:

[@theonlyspratty2375]

My mate has this one in red..epic car..running jjst over 400bhp.. great choice. Look forward to you tunning it.

[@tonybastien3692]

This car is awesome and Sarah you will make it better than new.

[@chrismak4859]

Hands down the sexiest car ever produced, and you have one!!!! OMG I'm so happy for you, and super jealous!!!!

[@garrettsmith8286]

Such a cool car and it's not old! lol I love your attention to detail. Washing cars in AZ is no easy task. 🤯

[@michaelcoei2850]

I look forward to more videos on your Audi. I enjoy your sense of humor too! 😉

[@buickboy92]

Impressive work! and in Arizona heat no less! My Dad and I washed our car during the summer on one of the hottest days here in the Midwest, not even detailing it, but a twenty minute wash wiped me out. Can't imagine that heat level out West. P.S. Out of all the excellent content Sarah produces, the detail videos standout for me not only as enjoyable to watch, but informative when it comes to technique and approach; especially since I'm a detail novice.

[@sleeksilver]

That thing is beaaaauuuutiiffullll!!!!

[@flatworm00]

Clay barring a car can be very relaxing if you take your time and are not under a time crunch. Watching the paint change as you work along is amazing.

[@mort6913]

I drove an Audi in the 80s while in college (Audi 4000). Audi then had the best shifting standard transmission I have ever driven, even to this day.

[@diditwitcher414]

I still can't believe you bought the Audi ur Quattro. Is absolutely fantastic

[@whatmakesittick8362]

Probably already been said- the vents in the rear quarters are for interior ventilation. Similar to the plastic louvered vents under modern rear bumper covers. The fuel tank is sealed inside the trunk and all venting of the tank is dealt with externally. One of the main reasons for putting the tank here is the rear-wheel differential living down in the usual spot. The front-drive Audi coupe also shared this fuel tank location, as the Quattro was the original, where the coupe was a secondary, affordable model based on the UrQ. I may or may not have had a couple of these cars LOL! Best sounding engine of all time to my ears!

[@Oscarphone]

One advantage to single stage, particularly solid colors, is that rock chips are very easy to repair.Dab in color to fill the chip to the same level as the old paint and at that point you can use some ultra fine and wet sand it smooth. Buff it off and you'll never see the damage. I'm also thinking that the vents are for the interior too. You have to relieve the pressure inside the car some way so that the heater fan is efficient and that probably is the way.

[@tonybrown6775]

Love the new project car Sarah your a perfectionist at what you do sweet looking car

[@davidb8872]

Your car happiness makes me happy 😊

[@juriebezuidenhout2538]

I use a common very soft toothbrush to remove the dirt from under the rubber door seals and car badges etc

[@CSltz]

I found your channel a year or two ago when you were detailing the underside of your car. I kinda of enjoy cleaning mine and trying to keep it clean. But I’ve never done anything like that!! Bet the house is just as organized. Nice cars.

[@doomsayer559]

Great music in the video. Feels very 80's. My 2yr old daughter was fascinated by it.

[@NIAtoolkit]

7:01 the clay tutorial deserves it's own video

[@simonportlock2235]

I'm really looking forward to this project. When I was an apprentice, I drove an Audio Quattro flat out along the motorway and scared myself. I don't think I have ever driven that fast since; plus, I value my licence now. But I did fall in love with the car.

[@thetruthisoutthereyt]

First time I ever did 150 was in a 1991 TQ. I haven't gone that fast since I quit owning Audis.

[@edgarbautista829]

You're my hero with that car. Fell in love with them watch Gruppe B. I remember seeing a used one at an Audi dealer in the late 80s. Couldn't afford it then. Can't wait to see the content. Also hope to see you one day at SEMA. I unfortunately didn't attend this year.

[@kmhurd4493]

Ken Block just modded an 80s Audio Quattro! It’s with the gradient Audi logo on the door also. Love it!

[@kmorton54]

What a beautiful car 😍. Can't what to see what Ms. Sarah has planned

[@mikeklein4949]

Just watch, Sarah is gonna clearbar the undersides of the doors ... You did! WootWoot!!!

[@mikeklein4949]

Claybar the undersides, that too.

[@davidtringale4547]

Love the new project Audi.

[@tedjordan9038]

You are the hardest working garage-dwelling Sarah on youtube!

[@got_to_roll]

I would be happy to see a line of Sarah branded cleaning and detailing products. "Sarah's OCDetailing" or something.

[@MGRracing]

The rear vent is also a cabin vent. Turn the heater blowers on full blast (with doors and windows shut) and put your hand by the outside vent and you will feel quite the breeze! 💨🙂

[@JohnLewisHivetoHearth]

Sarah, I think all true car folks talk to their cars. Find myself doing it as I work on my various project cars.

[@M.L.1]

Sarah......suggestion. Liquid NuFinish for wax. It does wonders on the old single stage white paints. I have a 85 BMW 635csi. It was originally a California car so paint was a bit chalky. I carefully rubbed it out old school style- wool pad & compound which brought shine back. The NuFinish has lotsa petroleum products so it keeps the paint shiny & protects it. Also, it's super easy to work with.

[@Henni63]

That was deeply satisfying.

[@morethanaveragejoe8224]

I've never in my entire life herd the word "shmoot" or "shmut"...not sure how to spell that. Sarah is just a deep well of creative lingo. Love her. :)

[@robinlodewyks1900]

I could never. Big ups to you for having the patience to do all that

[@christianzinn7636]

WOW!!! What an Outstanding job!!! The venting (I think) is not just only for the gas tank as they started ventilation systems in cars in the early 1970's. Some car had big ugly vents on them GM cars were the worst. I don't know the thinking behind it or why they are no longer a thing. Love your sense of humor. Your a Hoot! Best Always and in ALL WAYS,

[@ST-421]

80's synth music is on point for this car!