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06-29-2020, 05:57 PM | #1 |
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Got a long scratch. How do I go about fixing it?
I just got my new 3-series, my first BMW, last month and I find this afternoon there's a long scratch near the passenger-side rear fender :'(
The long thin line looks doesn't feel like it's gone too deep, which makes me feel like a tube of touch-up paint & clearcoat could fix it, but the scratch near the wheel arch took more damage and caused a small dent inward. I reached out to a dealer to give a quote plus reached out to my nearest Ziebart for a quote as well but haven't heard from either yet. The paint I have is Black Sapphire Metallic. |
07-11-2020, 10:59 PM | #3 |
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Do not use a magic eraser.
Polish it out. Or see a reputable detailer. Magic eraser is basically like using sand paper. I do this for a living, it won't be perfect but it'll be way better |
07-11-2020, 11:06 PM | #4 |
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It's brand new, go to a reputable body shop and have it done. No reason not spend the money to get it fix as close to perfection as can be. I would do it myself.
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