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  1. RedTanF430

    RedTanF430 Karting

    Feb 10, 2008
    132
    Boca Raton, Fl.
    Full Name:
    Ken
    I had Todd Helme (Tropical Detailing) detail my car last week. All I can say is, "truly amazing!"
    The car looks fantastic. Thanks again Todd.
     
  2. scifoso tifoso

    scifoso tifoso Formula Junior

    Oct 5, 2008
    310
    Jupiter, Florida
    Full Name:
    John G
    just curious, what did it run you?
     
  3. Cavallino Motors

    Cavallino Motors F1 World Champ
    Lifetime Rossa

    May 31, 2001
    14,143
    Florida or Argentina
    Full Name:
    Martin W.
    I hear great things about Todd. Have not used him so I cannot give you personal experience. I personally have used Eddie Fiuza since 2000 for all my details for my personal cars and for the dealership when needed. He does amazing work.
    As a heads up if Todd is not available...Eddie Fiuza.

    Thankfully there is plenty of business for great detailers down here. Between Todd and Edde you have two of the very best at their game.
     
  4. Rosso328

    Rosso328 F1 Veteran
    Owner Rossa Subscribed

    Dec 11, 2006
    7,345
    Central FL
    Full Name:
    Paul
    Any recommendations farther north? Or would Todd or Eddie do an occasional Orlando road trip?
     
  5. Cavallino Motors

    Cavallino Motors F1 World Champ
    Lifetime Rossa

    May 31, 2001
    14,143
    Florida or Argentina
    Full Name:
    Martin W.
    Todd is from up there I believe so he would be my choice for Orlando.
     
  6. andymo1972

    andymo1972 Formula Junior

    Mar 9, 2004
    520
    Ft Lauderdale, FL
    Full Name:
    Andy L
    Todd is from the Orlando area and he actually makes the occasional trip down this way. His screen name is TropicalDetail, send him a PM and set something up.
     
  7. paulie_b

    paulie_b F1 Veteran
    Consultant Owner

    Jan 13, 2003
    6,842
    Jupiter, FL
    Full Name:
    Paul Bianco
    that is correct. PM to me and I will give you his number.
     
  8. StephenB

    StephenB Formula Junior

    Feb 12, 2007
    304
    S Florida
    Full Name:
    Stephen Bruno
    #8 StephenB, Nov 20, 2008
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  9. RedTanF430

    RedTanF430 Karting

    Feb 10, 2008
    132
    Boca Raton, Fl.
    Full Name:
    Ken
  10. REMIX

    REMIX Two Time F1 World Champ

    Very nice. A good detailer is like an artist IMO.

    RMX
     
  11. Fiorano1

    Fiorano1 Formula Junior

    Dec 7, 2004
    741
    Coral Springs, FL
    Full Name:
    Haywood Jabloemi
    Todd is the best there is.
     
  12. Rosso328

    Rosso328 F1 Veteran
    Owner Rossa Subscribed

    Dec 11, 2006
    7,345
    Central FL
    Full Name:
    Paul
    Wow. I'm sold. I take pretty good care of my car on my own, but nothing beats a professional job once a year (or so). Excuse me, guys. I have a phone call to make.....
     
  13. BoulderFCar

    BoulderFCar F1 World Champ
    Silver Subscribed

    Dec 16, 2004
    13,182
    Asheville, NC/Ft Lauderdale
    Full Name:
    Tom
    this thread provided the motivation for me to give Eddie a call. Seems like a great guy on the phone. He's going to detail up my Rover on Monday. I'll pass along results.
     
  14. scifoso tifoso

    scifoso tifoso Formula Junior

    Oct 5, 2008
    310
    Jupiter, Florida
    Full Name:
    John G
    guys, ill ask again, what is the fee? 250/500?
     
  15. RedTanF430

    RedTanF430 Karting

    Feb 10, 2008
    132
    Boca Raton, Fl.
    Full Name:
    Ken
    If you want to PM me I'll give you Todd's phone number and you can discuss it with him.
     
  16. foodracer

    foodracer Rookie

    Nov 3, 2008
    30
    Full Name:
    Brian Jacobs
    this thread provided me with the motivation to go out and throw some mud on my Denali.
     
  17. Todd Helme

    Todd Helme Formula Junior

    Apr 2, 2007
    947
    Oviedo Florida
    Full Name:
    Todd Helme
  18. rab4re

    rab4re Rookie

    Feb 6, 2008
    11
    I tried several times to reach Tropical Detailing, and got a message that the number was disconnected. I am up North and getting ready to bring my 575 to Florida for the winter and want to have it detailed once it arrives. Any suggestions?
     
  19. Rosso328

    Rosso328 F1 Veteran
    Owner Rossa Subscribed

    Dec 11, 2006
    7,345
    Central FL
    Full Name:
    Paul
    Contact info is at:

    www.belladetailing.com

    I have mine scheduled in for right after the holidays. Thanks Todd!!
     
  20. AutObsessions

    AutObsessions Karting

    Mar 3, 2008
    92
    Williamstown, NJ
    Full Name:
    Nicholas Mercado
    I'm on Autopia quite a bit and Todd is always posting his work there. I can honestly say that he has to be one of the most skilled detailers on this continent. Coming from a fellow professional detailer, he's that good folks!
     
  21. deichenb

    deichenb Formula Junior

    Apr 3, 2007
    555
    Tampa Bay, FL
    Full Name:
    David
    Todd prepped my BBui for Cavallino last year, and he has detailed a number of my other cars. He is an expert and a profesional, as well as a helluva nice guy. He loves the work and loves the cars. 5-star recommendation.

    As an aside, I think it is unfair to ask him to price one of his jobs prior to its completion. Like a good restoration, you have to talk about what your goals are with the restorer, then trust their judgement and repuation for excellence.

    Forza,
    David
     
  22. Dsl42581

    Dsl42581 Karting

    Oct 9, 2006
    76
    Jupiter, Florida
    Full Name:
    David Lichtman
    Todd fixed the scratch I put in the engine lid of my F430. It was killing me, but Todd told me to be patient and did not try to rush the work into one visit. The second time he came to complete the job was late in the evening and he was really feeling poorly. But he did an excellent job. The best result given the situation, only I can probably now find where the damage was. Thank you again Todd for your excellent work!!!!


    David
     
  23. Esoteric Auto Detail

    Esoteric Auto Detail Formula Junior

    Dec 14, 2008
    822
    Columbus, OH
    As a fellow professional detailer, I can also say without hesitation that Todd is one of the best there is. I have seen his work, and I have dealt with some of his customers that have moved to Ohio where I am. It's always the same story...he's incredibly talented at what he does, and is a true inspiration to the rest of the professional detailing community.
     
  24. captwillieb 328gts

    captwillieb 328gts Formula 3

    Nov 8, 2008
    1,083
    Cool, CA
    Full Name:
    Willie B
    I went to see Todd with my '86 328 just before I left for sea... yes, I am writing from the middle of the Atlantic Ocean... technology is good.

    I was not only impressed with his knowledge and skill - he did a quick demo on my left front quarter panel - but also Todd has a passion and desire to not only be the best himself, but to give your car better attention than you can find anywhere else.

    Be prepared to treat your car better than you have been once he is done with it.

    I get back from sea on Jan 30, and have reserved the week of 2 Feb....
     
  25. Todd Helme

    Todd Helme Formula Junior

    Apr 2, 2007
    947
    Oviedo Florida
    Full Name:
    Todd Helme
    #25 Todd Helme, Dec 18, 2008
    Last edited by a moderator: Sep 7, 2017
    David it was my pleasure man and hopefully you are sleeping better!!!

    Pic One and Two, two angles of the scratching to begin with (ouch).
    Pic Three, filled with paint and sanded level
    Pic Four, blended
    Pic Five, Polished out and barely visible.
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