Detail/paint repair DIY help?
Detail/paint repair DIY help?
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tyranical

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927 posts

211 months

Thursday 4th August 2011
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I've never ever done anything like it before as i'm scared of doing more damage!

I have 3 bits of damage on my car, and I have no idea what best way to tackle them?

Here is pics of the 3 pieces of damage in question, all slightly different from each other:



This was done by myself with a key (I wasn't keying my car on purpose I tried opening the door with my hands full and had the keys in my hand! wasn't happy. Its not extremely deep but is now white rather than the colour its meant to be (SEAT Ibiza - Lunar Grey)



This was done with a suitcase wheel when getting it out of the boot at the airport and finding my girlfriend had packed some bricks! Wasn't happy. These are just light scuffs



I have no idea where this 1 came from as you can see it has gone through the paint to the whatever it is, plastic I guess and the plastic itself has some bits missing out of it too.

How would people suggest I tackle each of these issues as I haven't got a clue what to use or how to go about it.

Thanks,

Matt

PJ S

10,842 posts

248 months

Friday 5th August 2011
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Buy touchup paint, and some IPA (isopropyl alcohol or isopropanol), and take the rough look off the bumper.
That's as much as you can expect in reality.

The scratches just look like they need a good buffing - a body repair shop could do it in less than 30 mins.
Otherwise if you're not buffing the rest of the car yourself, then a couple of small foam pads and finger strap, and polishes should do the trick, by hand - only it'll be a longer process.

Speak to Ben at carnuabawaxshop.co.uk or Rich at Polished Bliss - both should know what I mean if you mention this thread or its contents.

Vette

84 posts

203 months

Friday 5th August 2011
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If the scratches turn out to be too deep, try contacting a SMART repairer at smartmapuk.co.uk. I'm sure someone will be able to help you out and restore your car to a nice finish.

Cheers
David