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1988 White BMW

I've just purchased a nice 1988 BMW 318 Baur Targa, but the white paint is dull, the car has stood in West London, and there are some tiny black spots in the paint. Any ideas on how I can get the paint work shiny and remove the contamination?

Asked on 12 December 2010 by Baur Targa

Answered by Honest John
Maybe a clay bar, but could be too far gone.
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