09-16-2021, 03:36 AM | #1 |
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Sapphire black, scratches...
So having done just over 500 miles and having driven within 5 miles of a bush I have noticed several scratches on the passenger side and front corner
Never had this issue before, I'm imagining it's more noticeable on Sapphire black/black in general? Front scratches are small but have gone through the clear coat, anything that might conceal them a bit, have tried some turtle wax black paint scratch remover that was as useful as a chocolate fireguard!? Also, anyone know of anything I can apply myself to the paintwork to give it a bit more protection?
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09-16-2021, 05:21 AM | #2 |
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All defects will show more on black unfortunately. If the scratches have gone through the clear coat (I.e. you can feel them with a fingernail rub) then no compound or polish will remove them unfortunately.
If you're handy with detailing, then I'd recommend a machine polish (and assuming you have a machine polisher!) with a good one stage product like Scholl S20. If you've only got hand polishing at your disposal, then go over with Meguiars Ultimate Compound and then with a polish like Autoglym Super Resin which has some filling capabilities as well as light abrasives. Infinity Wax have recently released a DIY 12 month ceramic coating which is very easy to apply and gives a great finish - just ignore the curing times on the bottle to avoid streaking. Literally apply and leave for 30 secs max and level / buff off. Appreciate its blue / white, but this is my result from it. |
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Cheers will give that a go, have to keep it for 15 months so actually need to take care of it a bit!
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09-16-2021, 08:13 AM | #4 |
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No worries mate - will take a good full days graft to get it done properly, but the results / time you'll save on maintenance washes will be well worth it! Black looks absolutely cracking when done.
I actually realised after posting that - I did my mates 4 series with the same treatment, including a full single stage machine polish. The paint was in a fairly crappy state after 2 and a half years of visiting scratch & shine £5 car washes, so he was staggered when he picked it up! |
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Very nice work (I take it you detail for a living?!)
I still think the old 4 Series is one of the nicest looking cars BMW have made, I remember having one when they first came out and it actually turned heads!!
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I totally agree - he's just ordered the new 4 actually in Brooklyn grey. They divide opinion but I think they look great…much more aggressive and the interior is a huge step on from the F series cars. |
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Okay so ran out of time, couldn't do the wheels and I can still see one of the deeper scratches, but I don't think I've ever seen it so shiny!
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The OCD in me says you need a tyre dressing to make it perfect though |
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Have to do the wife's car tonight but she is just getting Turtlewax wet wax to save time!
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