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Old 10-25-05, 01:39 PM
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Default How To Clean Dings And Key Marks.

Well Someone keyed my parents LS 400 which is going to be mine very soon and I am ticked off. Is there any way to repair the small dings and key marks with out taking it to a shop and paying hundreds?
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insurance?
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Depends on how bad the scratches are. SCRATCH-OUT will take out minor surface scratches and paint imperfections.
http://www.kitwax.com/html/kitProducts.htm

For really deep scratches, you will need a body shop.
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insurance?
Insurance will cover this....but only if they have comprehensive on the policy, and then only above the deductible.
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You might consider taking it to a local detailer to see what they say. In many cases key marks (even through the clear) can be visually reduced by a good polish. Some of them might buff right out. Good luck.
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Thanks, I go to some of my friends that are mechanics or maybe to the Lexus dealer and find out. It's a pretty big scratch on the side and it's pissing me off. Thanks guys.
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