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How can I remove another car's paint scuff from my paintwork?

What's the best method of removing another car’s paint from your own car’s paintwork?

Asked on 27 July 2013 by RE, via email

Answered by Honest John
I used a clay bar kit when a taxi driver neighbour allowed some silver spray dust to drift onto my metallic blue car.
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