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Nothing ruins the thrill of driving a luxury vehicle more than a damaged paint job.
Even if the curves on your Lexus are breathtaking, the engine purrs like a kitten, and the car corners like it’s on rails, the experience just isn’t the same.
Nevertheless, life happens and sometimes your luxury car gets dinged as part of the journey. If your Lexus needs a little TLC in the paint department, consider taking on the task yourself before visiting a repair shop.
This easy job takes four to five hours and costs around $50 dollars. A professional may charge upwards of $80 dollars to repair paint scratches.
To repair your paint, it’s recommended to purchase the Dr. ColorChip basic paint chip repair kit. Car washing supplies and an old rag or t-shirt are also required.
Step One – Wash your car
Clean your Lexus’ exterior with car soap and a microfiber sponge.
We suggest using the two bucket method to ensure that the paint doesn’t get scratched accidentally by dust and dirt particles.
Just be certain that your Lexus is debris-free and dry.
Step Two – Apply ColorChip paint to the damaged area
Using the small brush that came with the kit, dip it into the paint and begin covering the chipped areas on your Lexus. A small amount of paint applied evenly to the chip should do the trick.
While the paint might appear dry just a few minutes after application, wait two hours before moving on to Step 3.
Step Three – Buff with sealant
Use an old t-shirt or used rag to lightly buff the section with the included sealant. Buff in a slow, circular motion to avoid removing the replacement paint you applied in Step 2.
Those three simple steps are all you need if you repair your paint job with a Dr. ColorChip kit.
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