How to Repair a Scratched Car?
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To repair a scratched car, follow these steps: 1. Clean the scratched area thoroughly; 2. Soak sandpaper in water and wrap it around a hard cotton block; 3. Sand the scratched area smooth with the sandpaper; 4. Prepare masking tape and a cloth to cover areas that don't need touch-up paint; 5. Combine the touch-up pen with the mini spray can; 6. Start spraying the paint from a certain distance from the scratch; 7. Spray blending clear coat on the touched-up area and let it dry. To maintain your car's paint: 1. Remove dust from the car body promptly before use; 2. Rinse the car thoroughly after rain; 3. Avoid washing the car under direct sunlight; 4. Use dedicated neutral running water for washing; 5. Wipe gently along the water flow direction from top to bottom; 6. Remove contaminants like tar and bird droppings promptly; 7. Avoid frequent paint polishing.
Don't panic when encountering car scratches. I handled a similar issue myself last time. First, assess the paint damage level. If it's just clear coat scratches, a $5 scratch remover applied in circular motions with a microfiber cloth can usually cover it up. For primer-exposed scratches, you'll need a touch-up pen—be sure to match the factory color code using your VIN, or the color mismatch will drive you crazy (my neighbor used cheap universal white and it looked like a patch job). For door dents, avoid prying; modern paintless dent repair is amazing—technicians use suction cups and levers from inside to pop it out flawlessly in 30 minutes. For major damage, go through insurance—dealership paint jobs come with 3-year warranties, far more reliable than roadside shops.
