Deep scratches from carwash

Wife went thru automatic carwash today and it left some deep scratches on her door near the handle. Her 2019 4runner sr5 is the deep blue color. These scratches are white they are so deep.
What is the best way to fix them? Can a detail shop fix stuff like that?

 

Our dealership ran ours through a brushed wash during the winter (when we were testing it.)
Before we got the Xpel wrap done we had them (not stealership!) correct the paint.
They said Toyota has some of the thinnest paint in the industry.
Take it to a good detail shop. If they cannot take it out, they should be able to tell you or not charge you if they are not able.

Let me guess; mid up the door between the mirror and door handle?

 

Gently rub your finger and/or finger nail to see if you can feel the scratch. If none it will buff right out. If so, 2 things, a DA polisher will make it go away(detail shop or a buddy with tools can do this)
Or a body shop can most likely sand it down, clear coat only and respray the clear. Had that happen on my 2 day old 2016 couple years back, shop made it like new.
Knock wood I had mine ceramic coated and keep a good wax on it, car wash safe so far.
If your in Chicago area I can try to buff it, I've got all the right tools/ compounds

 

Yes, that is exactly where the scratches are. I can definitely catch my fingernail on the scratches. She made an appointment at a detail shop that said they can buff it out.
We'll see. I think its scratched thru the color because the scratches are white.

 

We had a few that way.
Detail/ paint people are artists.
I hope for the best.
Get some before & after pics if visible.
Thanks & good luck.

 

The rule of thumb, as mentioned, is if you can feel it with a fingernail it's too deep to buff out, as it's penetrated through the clear coat. You risk premature clear coat failure if you attempt to buff the scratch completely away.

You either accept "improvement" with some buffing or repaint the panel. Spot repairs with clear coat blending can be done but you want to be sure you have a reputable shop doing it. And even then, results may vary. My guess is a body shop would prefer to re-clear the entire panel, so as to assure an even finish and a content customer.

 

Just realized...


We need some frame of reference. A good paint person can fix a lot. I have seen it.
It is truly amazing.
I saw a black Fisker Karma with horrible paint (swirls & scratches everywhere). A week later we go to pick up our T4R & he shows us what is possible. The car looked like it was repainted! I was speechless.

 

This is why we don’t use car washes!

 

We Xpel wrapped 90% of ours & I still hand wash it.
Touchless only if you need bugs off!
I may have a little OCD.
Normal scares me! Lol

 

How much did that run?
Thinking of doing ceramic coating but that’s another option

 

Are you ready...
We did Xpel & ceramic coating.
This is in another thread.
We plan on keeping this vehicle for at least 10 yrs.
I still feel it was worth it.
Water & rain just run off the vehicle.
A black vehicle only needs washed twice a month & has protection with a warranty.
Amazing; if it works for you.

 

I faced light scratches several times when a scratch remover was enough. But once there was deep scratch and I removed it nicely. To do that, I followed these steps-

• I cleaned the surrounding area
• I used a scratch repair kit
• I applied a rubbing compound
• And finally, I covered it with touch-up paint

It works for me. Actually, the scratches on the paint hurt me a lot. That's why I always keep a scratch remover with me. It helps to ensure a good appearance of my car.

 

Get a portercable 7424 da polisher, can't hurt your paint unless you drop it. Team up with meguires microfiber pad system and your golden. Just keep a couple disks and a deeper cutting compound for the deep ones. Tons of video online. I practiced on a beater, now have no issue taking it in a brand new ride.
This guy has a good series and is well worth the watch. I haven't needed a detail shop in 10 years now

 

I will never, ever, take my truck through a carwash. I enjoy washing and waxing it, and it is actually a calming bit of stress relief for me. The only downside is, that I immediately notice every single mark or scratch it has. The feeling of satisfaction when I am done, and when it shines back at me is amazing!

 

Just got a few scratches this weekend up in Pine Valley but really drove one home in my driver's side rear door. I've got the MGM paint job as well. Any suggestions on a good product and tips on touching up a deep scratch?