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#1 User is offline   slm6715 

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Posted 22 June 2009 - 01:20 PM

Okay so like I have said on some of my other posts, the dealer (not BMW) tried to fix paint chips all along the hood by globbing on spots of not BMW paint all over the front of the hood.

I am very upset about this because they look like drops of water all the time and to me (since I see it everyday) its like looking at acne all over my car.

I've read up all about wet sanding/paint chip repair but I don't really trust myself to remedy these spots.

I"m open to any and all suggestions on what I should do???

find a used hood???
get paint fix up from a vendor???

obviously looking for the cheapest solution possible.

any help would be great!


2004 5.30i
19" matte Black VMR VB3 Staggered Setup.
Carbon Tint--50% front, 35% rears.
RPI Scoop w/K&N Filter.
Red Front Brake Calipers.
DIY Piano Black Interior Dash Trim w/CF accents
DIY Black Lipped Grills
AE Upgrade.
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Posted 23 June 2009 - 04:37 PM

I would recommend getting a professional detailer to look at it. Sounds like it's beyond a DIY job to me. Find a detailing forum and then find an enthusiast in your area.

Don't just pick one out of the phone book, take the time to find someone who really loves what they do. They will do a much better job than some hack who just does it 9 to 5.

You don't have a location, but if you're in Australia, check out http://www.detailparadise.com.au

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