Remove scratches on clear coat

[gchu]

I found a long fine scratch on my car. It is not that noticeable. The scratch only appear on the clear coat and not deep to the paint. Can someone tell me the best way to handle it? Thanks.

[djantlive]

Start with wax or polish. Use lots of elbow grease, it's gentle on the paint but not abrasive enough to remove much.

If not removed, use Scratch X or scratch remover from Zaino. Apply liberally.

I'd not use rubbing compound as it's too harsh for clear coat.

[gchu]

Thanks for the tips. I will try it this weekend. Does anyone know the 3M glaze works? I was told use glaze with a buffer to remove the scratch and then wax as final.

[djantlive]

Glaze will hide the scratch well so give that a shot.

[SPR]

I use 3m perfect it 2 but only for deep scratches using a yellow pad on the PC. SMR is another 3m product that is great too.

[Scott in Houston]

Start with a glaze like 3M's. A glaze does not repair, it actually fills it in.

It's the least abbraisve fix you can do.

If it doesn't work, try something like a scratch remover that does actually "repair".

[Cay-Ute]

Go to the following site properautocare.com they have detailed descriptions of how to DIY repair of scratches. I found the site this weekend and found that it had a wealth of knowledge of how remove scratches and swirl marks. There is also a great article on an interview with several senior German car guys where they revealed the chemistry of the german clearcoats and recommended ways to fix minor scratches. I am not affiliated with them but I did purchase some stuff from them after reading the info they had and the various product recommendations. Good Luck!!