Thread: Looking for a Recommended Detailer in SoCal

I completely agree that Jimmy Lucci is the man for the job. Do a search for the paint correction he did on my 2005 RED SL65, fantastic!

I would hate to jump into this pool. But I just want to add that SCD should not be compared to Jimmy. I myself is a less fortunate detailer who deals with people who are less fortunate to own their dream car. But keep in mind.... A detailer who corrects mostly daily drivers vs exotics, doesn't mean the less fortunate detailer is less skilled.

Originally Posted by DanielGonz

Lucci also does an standar-setting job when it comes to detailing. Take a look at any of his threads, his work is top grade!

Thank you for the compliment I appreciate it!

Originally Posted by Betang

Thanks for the replies I'll def contact both of you

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Sounds great looking forward to chatting with you!

Originally Posted by Sikklightning

I will never understand how some people with cars on the level of exotics/hyper cars can be swayed to use a detailer who will come in at a price a few hundred dollars less than someone who is Top 5 in the nation at paint correction, has over 100+ write-ups on this forum to prove it, is insured to $2,000,000 uses $2,000 paint gauges to properly insure no damage will be done to your car, only deals with exotics and tops ALL the cars he does with the best Swissvax money can buy. Lucci Elite is the only CA detail service that I have ever seen that loans out his personal car (2011 CTS-V) to let the customer drive while he is taking care of their pieces of driveable-art!

If that is a problem, Jimmy will even have JP Logistics provide door-to-door service both ways via flat bed which he pays out of pocket.

From the start Jimmy has always said, which I truly and fully agree with: "if you don't recognize quality, I don't want to do business with you anyway."

Do these same people go to a plastic surgeon when their wife is getting implants, but change doctors last minute to save $1,000? Seriously...

Thank you sir as you have been there through the ups and downs when I first moved out here from Texas. One of the few real people around the car industry.

Originally Posted by aowheels

Not Sure if I can top that...... But +1 for "Lucci Elite Detail" aka Jimmy!

His work has been proven time after time.... and his quality of detail sets the bar for many!

I wouldnt give it another thought. From one detailer to another!

Thanks Brian! I wouldn't hesitate to refer you to anyone either. Top class craftsmanship.

Originally Posted by addr6

+2 for Lucci Elite Detail. Jimmy does incredible work and you can't find better!

Appreciate it Addison... I see you killin it!

Originally Posted by covinsky

I completely agree that Jimmy Lucci is the man for the job. Do a search for the paint correction he did on my 2005 RED SL65, fantastic!

Thanks Chris for you continued support! I know its been about 6 months or so how is the SL65 holding up!?

Originally Posted by OTDetailer

I would hate to jump into this pool. But I just want to add that SCD should not be compared to Jimmy. I myself is a less fortunate detailer who deals with people who are less fortunate to own their dream car. But keep in mind.... A detailer who corrects mostly daily drivers vs exotics, doesn't mean the less fortunate detailer is less skilled.

I couldn't agree more with your post... I don't like being compared to anybody myself personally I don't think we as detailers should be compared to one another. Every detailer has his own gig going on whether they do wash and waxes or paint correction or 1 steps we are all in the business to be successful and make money. I pertain to luxury/exotic clients because they pay my rates and want their car looking 100% perfect and that's all I chose to do from the beginning. I would correct a minivan from 1980 if the client that owned it was willing to pay my rate but that's most likely never going to happen. All in all I agree with your statement.

Having Jimy on boarf i think you dont have to look for anybody else. If you want outstanding and professional service followed by amazing quality of detailing in every possible way, then Jimy is your guy.


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I've done some thinking about this.... You could also have those cars shipped out to me!!!
It would be my pleasure!!! just a thought!

Originally Posted by OTDetailer

I would hate to jump into this pool. But I just want to add that SCD should not be compared to Jimmy. I myself is a less fortunate detailer who deals with people who are less fortunate to own their dream car. But keep in mind.... A detailer who corrects mostly daily drivers vs exotics, doesn't mean the less fortunate detailer is less skilled.

I've never had any of my vehicles detailed by Jimmy (nor have I ever met him) so I can't speak about the quality of his work, but I can say this...I am about the pickiest person I know when it comes to my cars (ask some of the other detailers on this board)...and Richard from SCD has never failed to make me happy. I've been bringing my cars to him (or having him come to my home to detail) since back in 2006 and I have always been very pleased with the end results. Based on some of the posts here though, I would try Jimmy if I ever needed a detail and Richard wasn't available.

Luckily, we are fortunate enough to have more than one detailer of this quality in the area.

Matte white!??! Man you eliminated me "Superior Shine" right off the bat!

I couldn't agree more with your post... I don't like being compared to anybody myself personally I don't think we as detailers should be compared to one another. Every detailer has his own gig going on whether they do wash and waxes or paint correction or 1 steps we are all in the business to be successful and make money.

Jimmy nice response. Stay humble. Keep turning out bitch'n work. Much respect!

Felt the need to also chime in. I own a Black GTC that requires considerable paint correction and detailing. After contacting a few So cal area detailers I had a conversation with Jimmy and immediately knew he spoke my language in regards to quality, effort and attention to detail. A friend who referred me said to be prepared to experience a level of professionalism, attention to detail and an instinctive pursuit of perfection which is a rare find. I will be dropping the GTC off with Jimmy this week so that he can perform his magic.

Pics of the process will be posted once completed.

In follow up, I left my GTC with Jimmy to work his magic. First class guy with a secure well lit facility in Irvine. Jimmy is a craftsman who knows his craft and will take the time to explain it.
Here are a few camera pics Jimmy sent that I will share. Even a 50/50 pic on a camera phone shows off his talent.

Will start a new thread later outlining this detail.

^Woot woot. Full correction is also posted in the detailing section.