Vince's xm - 2.1TD daily driver

[robert_e_smart]

Its painted.

[Vince]

Hi guys, yes it's painted....as are a lot of other bits on it.

Just get a cloth and a toothbrush, get some all purpose cleaner of any type and pick a small section. Clean it and paint it with an artists brush and once you've gone from left to right it's done. It's a simple process anyone can do

[CitroJim]

It's a simple process anyone can do

No. If I tried it Vince it would end up looking like a dog's breakfast.

I've heard the same statement made of machine polishing. Chris made it look so simple the other day but I bet if I tried it the end result would look worse than before...

Me and paint just don't go together

[ragger]

Clean it and paint it with an artists brush

So what sort of paint can be used to get that effect, Vince? Since I've got no money to spend on important stuff like servicing and repairs, I might as well have a go at doing some prettyfying until the Saab goes.

Rob

[Vince]

Ragger, on the parts that get really hot use high temp spray paint...I spray it into the cap and then paint with a brush. On any other bits use alloy wheel paint. Or satin black if you want black.....the finish isn't to everyone's taste, but it is quite therapeutic as you can't rush it.

[citroenmad]

That engine bay looks fantastic Vince I don't think I would drive the car after doing that!

This is really looking very nice Vince, I really do like this car!

[Vince]

Thanks Chris,

The biggest problem i now have is i dont have enough reasons to drive it each week....its just sat all week normally. Such a shame as i want to drive it more.

Soon be the weekend and i get to drive it again

[citroenmad]

You'll appreciate it all the more when you get to drive it at the weekends though

[Vince]

That is true...its like a new car each weekend

[Vince]

Well a great car weekend so far this week.....

The weather has been great and is glorious today. Yesterday i machined the bonnet and roof and fed all the plastics and rubbers. This morning i had a great time taking the xm out for a cruise through manchester and back, sun shining, car shining, does it get any better?.....

We are off out this afternoon for a walk with the kids....oh no that means i get to drive the xm again How can you not love these cars

Recent jobs done:
- Cleaned and sealed the strut top mounts in the arches ready for winter
- Cleaned and rust proofed the rear subframe mounts

Jobs i have lined up before christmas:
- Remove and refit the rear bumper (repairing the non existent bumper mount on the n/s/r)
- Get a good second hand FDV fitted (Paul is helping me with this, for a small fee)
- Restore the wheel trims (money pending)