Workin’ At the Car Wash… Your Own!
With such a dusty, sandy home that Doha is, you’d be the smartest guy on your block if you knew the RIGHT way to detail a car. Treat your auto baby with some lovin’ and she’ll treat you well right back!
Course Syllabus
Unit 1: Detailing the Interior
Shown how to make light work of an interior clean as Jim Papallo, from Pacer Auto Products, shares his trade secrets and demonstrates how it is done.
- How to vacuum the interior
- What vacuum tools to use
- How to get into hard to reach crevices
- How to do extraction cleaning of upholstery
- How to apply upholstery protection
- What products to use for cleaning interior windows
- How to professionally dress the interior
Unit 2: Engine Bay & Wheels
How to effectively clean and dress the engine bay and wheels to a professional standard.
- Mistakes to avoid
- What products work best
- How to make your job easier
- How to dress the engine bay to make the motor look brand new
- How to correctly use tools
Unit 3: Body Wash
How to wash the body of the car, the most important part of the detailing process.
- What products to use
- Tips on the best equipment to use
- The areas that people forget
- How to make your job easier
Unit 4: Polish & Wax Professionally
Covers polishing and waxing the exterior paintwork, how to buff up oxidised paint and how to apply a cutting polish and wax by hand to bring up a rich deep shine in the paintwork.
- How to put the finishing touches on
- What products and equipment to use
- How to use a power buffer
- The correct pads to use on the buffer
Unit 5: Specialty Products & Problem Solving
Looks at useful accessories and tips to add to your skills.
- What quantity of products to buy
- What vehicle will suit your business
- How to get available jobs
- How to avoid mistakes
- How to diversify your business
- How to build repeat business
- How to work with water restrictions
- About your work environment
- How to up sell to your customers
- How to know your customers
- How to look for additional business
- How to stay at the cutting edge of your trade
Unit 6: Business Management & Marketing
Learn the 10 most important steps to get your business up and running and earning you money quickly.
- How to name your business
- What bank accounts you should open
- What stationery you need
- How to prepare invoices
- How to get testimonials
- How to research your competitors
- About effective communication systems
- What insurance you will need
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