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Old Jun 16, 2010 | 03:30 PM
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I am looking for some kind of spray paint that is close or the same color as my car...its SGM, has anyone found anything like this...and if so the name and where I can get it
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Old Jun 16, 2010 | 04:27 PM
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depends on how much damage/what you're trying to cover up.. if its small scratches or key marks.. go to your local lexus dealer and purchase a touchup pen
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Old Jun 16, 2010 | 05:01 PM
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^^^ like what joeker said...

If it's touch up paint with brush... I would avoid using a brush to fix a scratch. Use a toothpick instead. Then use a fine grit sandpaper to rub out the excess when it dries.

Apply clear coat and your good as new.
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Old Jun 16, 2010 | 05:14 PM
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Try a website like www.towerpaint.com. They can match any color and put it in an aerosol can. I just googled custom color spray paint and they came up.
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Old Jun 16, 2010 | 10:53 PM
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+1..i did the same thing...i never had good experience with using the touch up pens..(maybe kuz i really suck at brushing it??) but anyway...i bought my spray can from

http://www.automotivetouchup.com/

color matched to starfire pearl...it costed approx 40 bucks for me for the 12oz aerosol can but then they added the base coat, middle coat and top coat for me since starfire pearl is supposedly a multilayer paint color
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