Possible swirl marks/scratches?

ap1994 · 01-13-2006, 03:24 PM

I just picked up my car 330i in Titanium Silver and I noticed what appear to be swirl marks or scratches on the right side of the hood. I noticed them from the lights in the garage. Today is overcast, but when outside I didnt notice them. Unfortunately, today is overcast so I cant determine if these show in natural sunlight.

Do these sound like swirl marks? Any ideas on how to fix (if possible)? Thanks,
Andy

krndanic307 · 01-13-2006, 03:26 PM

Buff it out with Zaino or Zymol

ap1994 · 01-13-2006, 03:34 PM

Thanks. Where can I buy these? What should I use to apply?
Andy

krndanic307 · 01-13-2006, 03:52 PM

I don't know if they have "pepboys" in CT, if not try autozone or kragens. But If I were you I first take it to the dealer and complain about it. Thats not good to have swirl marks on ur first day. They should take care of it. Zymol Wax goes for around 13$. They should also sell the waxing pads which they're like 4$

ap1994 · 01-14-2006, 09:55 AM

I will try this today and let you know if it works. If not, ill call the dealer back, but I dont really want them waxing/polishing the car, etc.
Andy

krndanic307 · 01-14-2006, 01:17 PM

Ok let us know whats up!

impulsebrklyn · 01-14-2006, 03:36 PM

you need a polish and doing it by hand will take forever. Buy some nice polishes and PC and pad kit. Chris

ap1994 · 01-14-2006, 03:48 PM

I was just about to buy the items and then I see this post. What polish should I buy? Whats a pc and pad kit? I am new to this. Also, when I buy this stuff, do I hand wash the car first before applying?

This sounds complicated, maybe I should just go back to the dealer. In any event I want to learn how to do this for my own sake. Thanks guys.
Andy

peakpro · 01-14-2006, 04:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ap1994

I was just about to buy the items and then I see this post. What polish should I buy? Whats a pc and pad kit? I am new to this. Also, when I buy this stuff, do I hand wash the car first before applying?

This sounds complicated, maybe I should just go back to the dealer. In any event I want to learn how to do this for my own sake. Thanks guys.
Andy

there is much to learn...

i suggest you go to the wax/wash forum below or somewhere like bimmerfest....

you can learn allot spending a little time in a detailing forum...

ga-bmwdrvr · 01-14-2006, 05:54 PM

For light scratches you can use ScratchX by hand. It is available anywhere including Wal Mart. Make sure you work it in with a foam applicator or microfiber cloth. Do not just wipe on/ wipe off. Here is an exqample where my wife used her fingernail to remopve a little residue from a magnetic sticker. The car is a green Jeep. After Scratck X the area wasreally smooth.

ap1994 · 01-14-2006, 06:25 PM

Im not sure if its a scratch as its only noticeable while in the garage with a light on. Unfortuntely I cant tell if its noticeable in sunlight as I leave for work and retun in the dark and im driving my other car and its been raining since Friday. Should I still use scratch x for this?

Thanks for all the replies.
Andy

01-13-2006, 03:24 PM	#1
ap1994 Private 7 Rep 93 Posts Drives: 2006 BMW 330i Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Middlebury, CT iTrader: (0)	Possible swirl marks/scratches? I just picked up my car 330i in Titanium Silver and I noticed what appear to be swirl marks or scratches on the right side of the hood. I noticed them from the lights in the garage. Today is overcast, but when outside I didnt notice them. Unfortunately, today is overcast so I cant determine if these show in natural sunlight. Do these sound like swirl marks? Any ideas on how to fix (if possible)? Thanks, Andy __________________ 330i Titanium Silver, Black, Aluminum trim, Comfort Access, Heated Seats, Sport, Bluetooth, Nav, Sat prep
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01-13-2006, 03:26 PM	#2
krndanic307 Captain 77 Rep 641 Posts Drives: F20 M140 Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Cali/Buenos Aires iTrader: (0)	Buff it out with Zaino or Zymol
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01-13-2006, 03:34 PM	#3
ap1994 Private 7 Rep 93 Posts Drives: 2006 BMW 330i Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Middlebury, CT iTrader: (0)	Thanks. Where can I buy these? What should I use to apply? Andy __________________ 330i Titanium Silver, Black, Aluminum trim, Comfort Access, Heated Seats, Sport, Bluetooth, Nav, Sat prep
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01-13-2006, 03:52 PM	#4
krndanic307 Captain 77 Rep 641 Posts Drives: F20 M140 Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Cali/Buenos Aires iTrader: (0)	I don't know if they have "pepboys" in CT, if not try autozone or kragens. But If I were you I first take it to the dealer and complain about it. Thats not good to have swirl marks on ur first day. They should take care of it. Zymol Wax goes for around 13$. They should also sell the waxing pads which they're like 4$
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01-14-2006, 09:55 AM	#5
ap1994 Private 7 Rep 93 Posts Drives: 2006 BMW 330i Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Middlebury, CT iTrader: (0)	I will try this today and let you know if it works. If not, ill call the dealer back, but I dont really want them waxing/polishing the car, etc. Andy __________________ 330i Titanium Silver, Black, Aluminum trim, Comfort Access, Heated Seats, Sport, Bluetooth, Nav, Sat prep
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01-14-2006, 01:17 PM	#6
krndanic307 Captain 77 Rep 641 Posts Drives: F20 M140 Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Cali/Buenos Aires iTrader: (0)	Ok let us know whats up!
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impulsebrklyn First Lieutenant 18 Rep 387 Posts Drives: BMW 330i Jet Black Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Brooklyn, NY iTrader: (1)	you need a polish and doing it by hand will take forever. Buy some nice polishes and PC and pad kit. Chris __________________ 2006 BMW 330i - Jet Black - Terra - Burl Walnut - Premuim Package - Sports Package - Fold Down Seats - Heated Front Seats - Strut Brace - Sunglass Tray - Carbon Fiber Front Lips - Alarm - Blacklines - ACS Roof Wing - Breyton Trunk Spoiler - 19" Breyton Spirits wrapped in Michelin PS2
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01-14-2006, 03:48 PM	#8
ap1994 Private 7 Rep 93 Posts Drives: 2006 BMW 330i Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Middlebury, CT iTrader: (0)	I was just about to buy the items and then I see this post. What polish should I buy? Whats a pc and pad kit? I am new to this. Also, when I buy this stuff, do I hand wash the car first before applying? This sounds complicated, maybe I should just go back to the dealer. In any event I want to learn how to do this for my own sake. Thanks guys. Andy __________________ 330i Titanium Silver, Black, Aluminum trim, Comfort Access, Heated Seats, Sport, Bluetooth, Nav, Sat prep
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01-14-2006, 05:54 PM	#10
ga-bmwdrvr First Lieutenant 21 Rep 327 Posts Drives: E21 320i, E90 330i Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Georgia iTrader: (0)	For light scratches you can use ScratchX by hand. It is available anywhere including Wal Mart. Make sure you work it in with a foam applicator or microfiber cloth. Do not just wipe on/ wipe off. Here is an exqample where my wife used her fingernail to remopve a little residue from a magnetic sticker. The car is a green Jeep. After Scratck X the area wasreally smooth. Attached Images
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01-14-2006, 06:25 PM	#11
ap1994 Private 7 Rep 93 Posts Drives: 2006 BMW 330i Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Middlebury, CT iTrader: (0)	Im not sure if its a scratch as its only noticeable while in the garage with a light on. Unfortuntely I cant tell if its noticeable in sunlight as I leave for work and retun in the dark and im driving my other car and its been raining since Friday. Should I still use scratch x for this? Thanks for all the replies. Andy __________________ 330i Titanium Silver, Black, Aluminum trim, Comfort Access, Heated Seats, Sport, Bluetooth, Nav, Sat prep
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