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Old Aug 2, 2015 | 01:41 PM
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Touch-up Paint?

So got my first ding today. Went to the mall and came back to find some horrible person had backed into me. Luckily, the scratch is very minor - nothing a bit of touch-up paint can't fix.

Just wondering where I would get hold of some and the best way to apply it?

My car is British Racing Green.
 
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Old Aug 2, 2015 | 03:15 PM
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Touch-up Paint?

The dealership. They come with easy to follow instructions too.
 
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Old Aug 2, 2015 | 08:28 PM
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I've always used these guys for touch up paint.
http://www.automotivetouchup.com
 
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Old Aug 2, 2015 | 09:33 PM
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Depends on size of ding or scratch. For small repair I like to use a toothpick, but I'm no expert.
 
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Old Aug 3, 2015 | 04:35 AM
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Originally Posted by russmini
I've always used these guys for touch up paint.
http://www.automotivetouchup.com
Thanks for the link!

1/2 oz bottle of touchup paint, plus a bottle of clear coat for under $20 including shipping.

Can't beat that.
 
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Old Aug 3, 2015 | 04:59 AM
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Try the Langka system. It's easy to get a smooth levelled finish without wet sanding
 
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Old Aug 3, 2015 | 12:30 PM
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British Racing Green , your dealer can get it. We don't carry it at this time.

Give them your paint code from the car ( on the VIN plate ) or your model as there are some difference in the BRG over time.

It will come with a base and clear coat paint tube with a nail polish type brush, take your time and use a steady hand. When you apply it rest your hand on the body first to steady it. Follow the instructions on the back of the package.

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Old Aug 3, 2015 | 01:06 PM
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Also, check out Dr. ColorChip Touch-Up Paint Kits here. Assuming they're able to get the paint code, this kit is great (during step 4 of the check out process just input paint color name). Lots of great reviews about it and it should work well with your circumstance.
 
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