E85 BMW M Roadster Receives a Full Refresh
Chris Woolman • November 20, 2025
A legendary machine came through the Octane Detailing Garage recently!
A legendary machine came through the Octane Detailing Garage recently! This stunning E85 BMW M Roadster received a full refresh.
Her paint needed a little extra love to cut through years of swirls and stains from sitting under a tree. I focused on correcting the paint with a two-stage approach:
- Stage 2 Correction: Utilized on the hood, door tops, fender tops, and rear deck to tackle deeper imperfections and restore true color depth.
- Stage 1 Correction (Polish): Applied to the sides and vertical panels to refine the finish and maximize gloss.
But I didn't stop there:
- Interior Refresh Detail to bring the cockpit back to life.
- Engine Bay Cleaning for that immaculate show-car look.
- Convertible Top Treatment to protect and restore the fabric.
Check out the gallery below to see the transformation! Is there anything better than a shiny and clean roadster?
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