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Old Aug 19, 2011 | 04:37 AM
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Need help for 01 ls430 paint on hood is starting to oxidies never heard this happen to a lexus. Do you think this is something lexus would take care of, or am i on my own. Thanks
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Old Aug 19, 2011 | 05:09 AM
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Welcome! I think you're on your own for a 10 year old car. I needed some dent and paint work on my car when I bought it. I took it to a couple quality body shops in the area to get quotes. I picked the place I had work done before (despite being more expensive) and they did a great job. You may only need a wet sanding. If it needs a re-spray, expect to pay up to $500. A hood may be cheaper since they can remove it and don't have to mask the rest of the car.
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Old Aug 19, 2011 | 06:00 AM
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Take it to the best detail shop you can find in your city. A great detail shop can sometimes do wonders. The horizontal surfaces that the most beating from sun and elements (hood, roof, trunk).
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That's why you keep your car washed and waxed.
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Old Aug 19, 2011 | 07:37 AM
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Originally Posted by MYCHAL60
Need help for 01 ls430 paint on hood is starting to oxidies never heard this happen to a lexus. Do you think this is something lexus would take care of, or am i on my own. Thanks
Sure, Lexus will take care of it - for a price.
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