Is this fixable?
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Aug 11, 2024, 12:40 AM
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Oh lord... just drive it and you'll get others; so, you'll never notice it after that. 
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I'm pretty particular about how my car looks but that tiny nick would not bother me at all
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A previous thread discussed the value of PPF. "More important than the brand of PPF is the installer". Do your research with the installer before you buy. I had my new 2015 Z done. Sold it in 2024, not a mark on it. Got my 2024 Z done (both complete coverage), along with ceramic - under $6,000 at Clear Auto Bra in St. Louis. The ceramic makes it look like it's just been waxed. Will do it again when the Zora arrives. Just make sure the INSTALLER is reputable.
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I would fix it even though it’s small because I wouldn’t want more corrosion getting in under the surface of the paint and such… wheel surfaces take a beating…
Every used car manager has at least three guys in his Rolodex that do this kind of work cheap… Go see the used car manager next time you’re in the dealership.
Every used car manager has at least three guys in his Rolodex that do this kind of work cheap… Go see the used car manager next time you’re in the dealership.
Last edited by Glen e; Aug 6, 2025 at 03:17 PM.
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I used these guys with great results. Can't speak for all locations. https://www.awrswheelrepair.com/
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As others mentioned every dealer has a guy. Our local Lexus shop and box shop share a wheel, dent and touch up group. Wheel guy does lot of brand new cars. They do magic.
i actually was able to do my own repair on a minor scuff. Believe it or not they sell chrome nail polish! I was able to use that and buff it in with some light rubbing compound. That was for stock wheels.
i actually was able to do my own repair on a minor scuff. Believe it or not they sell chrome nail polish! I was able to use that and buff it in with some light rubbing compound. That was for stock wheels.
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Then Amazon has many touch-up Pens for wheels. Some by brand but range from Shinny Silver, Mat Silver to Black. If larger get a Pro. Some remove tire and have the right tools to can make it look new.
Here is one Pen:
Last edited by JerryU; Aug 7, 2025 at 07:48 AM.
