Scratches on car

[jayerose]

Any suggestions where I can bring to fix some scratches on my car or is the dealer the best bet?

thank you!

[Decadeofdave]

Try some scratch remover from Auto Zone, works well unless scratches are down to the primer.
Rub and buff off.

[FenneyGuy]

Try some scratch remover from Auto Zone, works well unless scratches are down to the primer.
Rub and buff off.

Rub gently. You can dilute the remover with water.

[walterray1]

Any suggestions where I can bring to fix some scratches on my car or is the dealer the best bet?

thank you!

Go see Tom McKee at Total Recon in Leesburg 352-535-0299. They will make your car look brand new.

[DAVES]

Any suggestions where I can bring to fix some scratches on my car or is the dealer the best bet?

thank you!

My OPINION, there is an ART to it. I would look for a name of a person who is good at it.
As far as scratches no idea what that means. Many cars the finish has a clear coat on top of the paint making it even more difficult to polish out minor scratches.

[retiredguy123]

Most dealers don't do any body work. They just send it to a body shop and add a large upcharge. I have never had any luck repairing scratches myself. But, it really depends on how deep the scratches are. If the damage is significant, you may want to file an insurance claim under your comprehensive coverage.

[spd2918]

Use a body shop. The only flaw on my car was from the previous owner buffing down to the primer.

[Looking for next wife]

No body shop, they will just sell you a big job. No dealer ever for sure. Just go to any auto detail shop. Do NOT use scratch remover. Just silicone liquid that fills up the scratch for a few days. Silicone ruins paint and nothing will stick to it after that and only works until the sun hits it a few days. Detail shop will lightly compound and then lightly buff/polish area. A complete fender takes only 30 minutes. A complete overall just outside detail of complete car can be had for 80 to 100 dollars even now. I worked my way through college owning my own detail shop and had about 8 dealerships as customers. Any shop can do scratches.

[J1ceasar]

And if I have a tiny chip on the bumper that is down to the base? My wife is frantic

[DBChris]

Without seeing pictures of the scratches or seeing them in person it's hard to say or recommend a course of action. I've detailed cars for almost 30 years. That being said, some scratches need left alone for fear of polishing off the clear coat which is very thin. Polish through it and you will end up with clear coat failure.

In essence, to remove a scratch, you have to polish the surrounding paint down to the level of the scratch. Sometimes that is feasible and sometimes not.

Again, need to see the scratch before giving recommendations. Be thoughtful in your choice of action.

[retiredguy123]

And if I have a tiny chip on the bumper that is down to the base? My wife is frantic
The Bumper Man, 352-753-2240 (Marc)

[rlcooper70]

Try rubbing compound first. And order a "paint stick" for your scratches that are too deep.

[jimkerr]

Close up pictures are needed. I can help you. How bad are they?

[Northerner52]

Total Recon took a scratch out of my hood an cant see it. Also made the curb rash on my wheels disappear

[Dot Rheinhardt]

Definitely the Bumper Man. He made my 2010 mini-van look like new. When I traded it in for a 2020, the delaership couldn't believe it could look that good.

[Looking for next wife]

Totally agree with DBChris. This is why you need to go to Detail guy. Let them send you to body shop if need be.

[airstreamingypsy]

I bring my vehicles to a retired body shop guy, RJ, his phone number is 352-598-4569. He's in Summerfield.

[LeftyMike]

Total Recon in Leesburg is the BEST!!

Tom McKee
Owner
Total Recon Inc.
411 N. 14th St. Unit # 160
Leesburg, FL 34748

(352)535-0299

tommydentbuster@yahoo.com
http://www.totalrecon.bizw




Any suggestions where I can bring to fix some scratches on my car or is the dealer the best bet?

thank you!

[obx2003]

Community Collision in Leesburg. They treated me right when they could have suggested more expensive options.

[sborlove]

I use Cole's Mobile LLC. He will come to your house. He repaired a huge scrape on my vehicle and it looks great. Got him from a local dealership. He has free time and will do the work. Call for an estimate. Joshua Cole is the owner 815.570.1270. His pricing is reasonable too.

[ILLINOIS RAY]

Nu Finish Scratch Doctor that I believe they sell at Auto zone works very well on most scratches. Just a little rubbing it in and it makes a huge difference.

[butch69]

Any suggestions where I can bring to fix some scratches on my car or is the dealer the best bet?

thank you!
Not sure if this would help for your situation but might:

How to Remove Paint Scuffs On Your Car (Paint Transfer) - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7zzq5f8x5f4)

[E151l76]

Go to Final Touch Auto Body for Rochelle there are outstanding

[JerryLBell]

The Bumper Man, 352-753-2240 (Marc)
Another vote for The Bumper Man. He did a great job on a shallow key scratch on the side of our car and was fast, friendly and reasonable.