Removing scratches in piano black

So any of you with piano black trim (R56) or knowledge about plastics know how to remove scratches from such a trim? Is there a way to polish it out? or can wax hide it?

 

I can't help you with removal but I use Hydro on my CR interior bits & it helps mask my scratches a good bit & adds protection

 

Hydro works on the interior bits???

Heather,
Is it possible for Hydro to help on scratches to interior surfaces like the Piano Black trim?

 

Yes Hydro works on the interior colored plastic. Hydro hides scratches in your exterior paint so the same logic applies for the interior bits. It was discussed in another thread & I have been using it for awhile & have witnessed it 1st hand

 

so what is hydro and where can I get it?

 

Hydro & while you are there, grab a Monster Fluffy to wipe it off with so you won't create any more scratches

Hydro also works nicely on the exterior of your MINI as a kinda-sorta wax extender (as long as you do not use a carnauba based wax as your main wax). It is a wax as you dry product so you can spray it on after washing, while still wet, & then it waxes as you dry the MINI off. It's kinda like a quick detailer but easier.

 

Hydro is a spray on wax from Detailers Paradise:
http://www.detailersparadise.com/Vie...20060915170815

Its a "spray as you dry" kinda wax, very easy on and very easy off. Great protection, gloss, and shine on your paint! Works great on windows too!

 

FWIW Fjork_Duf - The painted trim pieces of the dash simply pop out with a little tug. See this thread: https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...ad.php?t=91311
As a result it was easy for me to remove the painted bits and use ScratchX to properly remove the swirls that had accumulated. I then followed that with some Amigo to hide any remaining swirls I failed to remove and the Epic to give it a nice glossy wax protection. I have since used Hydro to keep it looking swirl-free. The source for these products is www.detailersparadise.com
Enjoy!

 

I looked into possibly buying a new piece, but the plastic trim ring on the door (r56) is supposedly 'melted' into place. There are some plastic posts that get melted at the factory.

 

I thought we were discussing the dash. Anyway I would start with ScratchX, even if you can't remove the piece you wish to treat. Then seal it with the wax of your choice. ScratchX is not a wipe on - wipe off product; you will need to use plenty of elbow grease to remove swirls. Just rub it in vigorously until it gets hazy, then wipe off and check for progress. Re-appy if need be. Careful not to get any wax on your vinyl trim parts in case it stains. Tape may be of help to avoid waxing the bits you don't want waxed.