Flat Black 2012 LS Camaro

[Grimlock]

Flat black is nice. I would've gone this route were it not for the unbearable summer heat. Don't let the old wives tales scare you away, matte finishes are only hard to take care of if you don't take care of your car. It's pretty much conclusive that those on C5 take very good care of their cars, so it'll require the same, maybe a bit more care than a gloss finish just a whole different method. Just carry a bottle of quick detailer to get rid of stuff you spot in between washes.

[Tysen]

These instructions were on the site I linked:

- Do not use wax, detail spray, ArmorAll, or any products made for normal paint. Use only products specifically developed for matte finish paint.
- Do not use products that are even mildly abrasive, such as polishes, glazes, or rubbing compounds.
- Do not use mechanical cleaners or polishers.
- Do not use terrycloth, cloth or paper towels. Do not rub the finish vigorously — this will burnish the paint finish causing a permanent shiny spot. Shiny spots cannot be removed.
- Do not use commercial car wash facilities or their shine enhancement products. Most carwash brushes, large mechanized "towels" and shine enhancement products can damage matte paint.
- Remove foreign substances such as insect remains, tar, and road debris using a soft applicator and a mild solvent, saturate and soak area before cleaning — rub lightly.
- Hand-wash with a soft wash mitt and mild cleaning product safe for matte paint.
- Use microfiber cleaning cloths with alcohol-based window cleaner, for basic surface clean-up.

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[Dj B-Stylz]

Originally Posted by Tysen

That is going to look epic. I do not envy the work you're going to have to put in to keeping it clean though.

http://autos.yahoo.com/blogs/motoram...173756232.html

Thanks for posting this!

[Dj B-Stylz]

I will be sure to post pics guys. Would love to start attending Camaro events in Colorado too. As for rims go I was thinking the SS 20's in black. Nice to meet everyone and thanks for the great replies!

[tjk_art]

Originally Posted by Dj B-Stylz

Ya man didn't want anything wrapped. I wrap presents not my car. Did it the right way that will last forever.

Not necessarily true..

All the matt black on my car is vinyl. More durable, easier to clean/wax/dress, and much cheaper to fix.

You can't polish it, and depending on the clear coat might not even be able to wax it. I would be careful even rubbing it too hard when you wash and dry it or you my burnish a spot to be glossier than the rest

Good luck.

[Dj B-Stylz]

This is how i wash my car before and after:

- Hand-wash with a soft wash mitt and mild cleaning product safe for matte paint.
- Use microfiber cleaning cloths with alcohol-based window cleaner, for basic surface clean-up.

[Dj B-Stylz]

Originally Posted by tjk_art

Not necessarily true..

All the matt black on my car is vinyl. More durable, easier to clean/wax/dress, and much cheaper to fix.

You can't polish it, and depending on the clear coat might not even be able to wax it. I would be careful even rubbing it too hard when you wash and dry it or you my burnish a spot to be glossier than the rest

Good luck.

Ya you just have to replace yours every 4-5 years.

[two_wheel_mayhem]

Originally Posted by tjk_art

Not necessarily true..

All the matt black on my car is vinyl. More durable, easier to clean/wax/dress, and much cheaper to fix.

You can't polish it, and depending on the clear coat might not even be able to wax it. I would be careful even rubbing it too hard when you wash and dry it or you my burnish a spot to be glossier than the rest

Good luck.

Its harder for a lot of guys to paint matte finishes because they cannot cover up their mistakes by wet sanding and buffing.

They have some matte clearcoats out there, but most painters just hit it with a one shot deal. If it has crap in the paint they have to do it over.

[Dj B-Stylz]

Very happy to have an amazing painter behind this project. Mine will have a clear coat as well.

[jesserayjames]

You guys do this so you don't have to detail your cars...........................................

[Dj B-Stylz]

Originally Posted by jesserayjames

You guys do this so you don't have to detail your cars...........................................

HAHA ya looking forward to NEVER waxing my ride again. LOL

[AntzV]

Whose painting it?

[JSLSlim]

Sounds cool! Please post some pics when done.