Ferrari Dry Ice Blasting
Dry ice blasting and chassis protection for modern and classic Ferraris. Underbody, chassis and mechanical components cleaned without abrasion or water, then protected to suit how the car is used and stored.
- Method
- Dry ice (CO₂) blasting
- Areas
- Underbody, chassis, engine bay, components
- Chassis protection
- Lanoguard, Bilt Hamber, Dinitrol, IGL Aegis
- Workshop
- Guildford Road Industrial Estate, Hayle, TR27 4QZ
- Collection
- Arranged UK-wide
Ferrari
Mechanical presentation, without compromise
A Ferrari is judged as much by what sits beneath it as by the paint. Engine bays designed to be seen. Aluminium chassis on cars such as the 458. Steel-bodied classics such as the 328. Underfloor panels shaped for airflow. Each needs a different touch, and each suffers under the wrong method.
Dry ice blasting adapts to all of it. Gentle enough for painted and lacquered finishes, firm enough to lift baked-on deposits from heat shields and gearbox casings. No water, no media, no solvent residue. Clean, dry, original surfaces, presented as they were engineered.
Ferrari models we work on
- 458 Italia and Spider
- F430 and 360
- F355 and 348
- 308 and 328
- 550, 575 and 456
- California and Portofino
- F12 and 812
Chassis protection
Chassis protection for your Ferrari
Protection applied to a clean, sound surface bonds better and lasts longer than the same product laid over road film and old underseal. Accessible surface corrosion is treated first. We hold four systems in-house and recommend by vehicle, storage and use, rather than leading with one product.
Lanoguard Clear
Lanolin-based protection with an annual top-up recommended, ideally before winter. Suited to vehicles in regular use or stored outdoors.
Bilt Hamber Dynax-UB
Wax-based protection, typically lasting 1 to 2 years before a top-up in high-wear areas. A pragmatic, proven choice for regular use.
Dinitrol Full System
Multi-year protection applied as part of a full programme, with a free inspection at 12 months. We are working towards Dinitrol approval.
IGL Aegis
Long-term protection for high-value vehicles being kept for years to come, with an annual inspection for the first 3 years.
Each system has a recommended maintenance interval. We record yours and, with your permission, remind you when it is due.
What we clean
Where a Ferrari needs particular care
Every Ferrari is assessed individually before work begins. The process is then set around the surface, the contamination and the condition of the car in front of us.
Engine bay and ancillaries
Oil mist, heat-bonded residue and road dirt removed from cam covers, intake plenums, ancillaries and wiring. Non-conductive, so it's safe to use around electrics.
Exhaust and heat shields
Manifolds, silencers and heat shields carry carbon and heat-bonded deposits. Removed without risk to sensors or the surface beneath.
Underfloor and aero panels
Underfloor panels, diffusers and arch liners cleaned in place, or removed where access requires it, with pressure set for painted, bare and composite surfaces.
Chassis and suspension
Aluminium and steel chassis members, wishbones, uprights and calipers cleaned without moisture or abrasion. Accessible surface corrosion is treated, leaving a clean, sound surface for protection.
Also available: wheel arches, underseal and bitumen removal, drivetrain and gearbox, exhaust systems, concours interior preparation and boot compartments. See every automotive service
The method
Why dry ice suits a Ferrari
Solid CO₂ pellets are accelerated by compressed air onto the surface. On impact, each pellet sublimes, turning straight from solid to gas, and the thermal shock lifts contamination away from the surface. Nothing is left behind.
The difference is control. Pressure, pellet size, flow and nozzle are all adjustable, so the same process can clean a painted panel without marking it or strip years of compacted underbody deposits. Dry ice is also non-conductive, so it's safe to use around wiring, sensors and connectors.
| Method | On the car | Afterwards |
|---|---|---|
| Steam or pressure washing | Introduces moisture | Water left in seams, box sections and electrics |
| Media blasting | Abrasive, with hazardous fallout | Grit to contain; rubber and seals need protecting |
| Chemical degreasing | Leaves residue | A waste stream to dispose of |
| Dry ice blasting | Dry and non-abrasive | Clean, dry, sound surface. Nothing left behind |
How it works
From first call to collection
Assessment
Tell us about your Ferrari and the work you are considering. We call you back and give you a real quote, usually within 24 hours.
Drop-off or collection
Bring the car to our Hayle unit, or we can arrange collection from your door anywhere in the UK.
Configuration
Pressure, pellet size and flow are set for each surface: painted, bare, composite or heavily contaminated.
Cleaning
Contamination removed dry, in place, without abrasion. Left as a clean, sound surface, ready for inspection.
Chassis protection
Accessible surface corrosion treated, then the protection system you have chosen applied. We record the maintenance interval.
Return
Your car is ready to collect, or returned to your door.
Our equipment
Not all dry ice blasting is equal
Kaeser and Boge compressors, Tundra air dryers and dry ice energy blasting machines. Constant airflow at the same pressure from the first minute to the last, with precise control over pellet size, flow and pressure. Our Hayle unit is built around proper air management and industrial-grade kit throughout. The kit is the foundation. The judgement is what makes it work.
Getting your car to us
Two ways to bring your Ferrari to Hayle
The work happens at our dedicated commercial unit: Unit 1C, Guildford Road Industrial Estate, Hayle, Cornwall, TR27 4QZ. How your car gets here is your call.
Bring it to us
Book a slot and bring your car to our West Cornwall workshop. Make the journey part of it, then leave it with us and let the work begin.
We come to you
Prefer not to make the trip? We can arrange collection from your door, anywhere in the UK, and return your car once the work is complete. Collection is quoted with your assessment.
Questions
Ferrari dry ice blasting questions
Is dry ice blasting safe on an aluminium chassis such as the 458?
Yes. The process is non-abrasive, so it removes contamination without removing metal or marking the surface. We configure pressure, pellet size and flow for the surface, whether aluminium, steel, painted or composite.
Can it help with concours or pre-sale preparation?
Yes. Clean, dry, original mechanical surfaces present well to judges and buyers alike, and a clean underbody allows condition to be shown honestly. We work with concours entrants and pre-sale auction preparation clients.
Can you protect my Ferrari after cleaning?
Yes. Protection applied to a clean, sound surface bonds better and lasts longer. We hold four systems in-house: Lanoguard, Bilt Hamber Dynax-UB, the full Dinitrol system and IGL Aegis, and recommend by vehicle, storage and use.
Will it remove rust?
Dry ice removes loose rust and contamination, so we can see exactly what's there. We then treat accessible surface corrosion before protection. Anything more serious we'll flag at assessment.
Do I need to bring my Ferrari to Cornwall?
No. You can drive it to our Hayle unit, or we can arrange collection from your door anywhere in the UK and return it when the work is complete.
We also work on
Other vehicles we work on
Get in touch
Talk to us about your Ferrari
Tell us about the car and the work you are considering. We will call you back to talk it through and give you a real quote.
- A real quote, usually within 24 hours
- No obligation
- Collection arranged UK-wide
