Anyone here used the factory touch-up paint?

DannyK · 12-12-2007, 06:21 PM

I got some scuff marks underneath my front bumper. They're not even visible unless you get on the ground and look up, but they still bother me. I bought the factory touch up paint for my car. I was wondering if anyone has ever used these and how they look afterwards. I've done this on my old car, and I wasn't happy with the results.

I also asked BMW if they had different kinds of paint for different surfaces (metal vs. plastic), and they said no. I'm really hoping the touch up comes out ok on the bumper.

jli801 · 12-12-2007, 08:41 PM

ay i have plenty of those on my left and right side... got em when i first got my car not knowing it was that low

... it's not visible like you said...

so who cares,well i dont anymore lol. its bound to get scratched sooner or later... i say not waste the time and money fixing it

montreal_bimmer · 12-13-2007, 10:34 AM

i have used the factory touch up paint before... you must put at least 5-6 coats to make it look decent, but you can still tell its been touched up....

OC Guy · 12-13-2007, 02:27 PM

Try a Sharpie for underneath the car.

DannyK · 12-14-2007, 02:14 PM

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Originally Posted by OC 335i

Try a Sharpie for underneath the car.

What's a Sharpie? Sorry, not familiar with terms.

DannyK · 12-14-2007, 02:14 PM

Also, my touch up paint came with the base coat and the clear laquer. I'm assuming I apply the base coat, let it dry for approx 30 min, and then apply the clear laquer. Is this the correct procedure?

jbttum3 · 12-18-2007, 03:19 PM

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Originally Posted by DannyK

What's a Sharpie? Sorry, not familiar with terms.

Are you kidding? If not, its a large black marker you can buy from any grocery store or walmart

dreamk · 12-18-2007, 04:09 PM

lol @ DannyK

Minipuck V 2.0 · 12-18-2007, 04:45 PM

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Originally Posted by DannyK

Also, my touch up paint came with the base coat and the clear laquer. I'm assuming I apply the base coat, let it dry for approx 30 min, and then apply the clear laquer. Is this the correct procedure?

correct ... make sure you clean the area really well before applying the paint ... i suggest getting a paint brush from an art store for a finner touch up ... then apply the clear coat

honestly, i wouldn't do it if the damage is under the bumper where it isn't visible

12-12-2007, 06:21 PM	#1
DannyK Enlisted Member 6 Rep 44 Posts Drives: 2008 335I COUPE Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Los Angeles iTrader: (0)	Anyone here used the factory touch-up paint? I got some scuff marks underneath my front bumper. They're not even visible unless you get on the ground and look up, but they still bother me. I bought the factory touch up paint for my car. I was wondering if anyone has ever used these and how they look afterwards. I've done this on my old car, and I wasn't happy with the results. I also asked BMW if they had different kinds of paint for different surfaces (metal vs. plastic), and they said no. I'm really hoping the touch up comes out ok on the bumper.
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jli801 Nice and Slow... 2 Rep 213 Posts Drives: 07335 Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: DC, CA iTrader: (1) Garage List 2007 335i [0.00]	ay i have plenty of those on my left and right side... got em when i first got my car not knowing it was that low... it's not visible like you said... so who cares,well i dont anymore lol. its bound to get scratched sooner or later... i say not waste the time and money fixing it
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DannyK Enlisted Member 6 Rep 44 Posts Drives: 2008 335I COUPE Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Los Angeles iTrader: (0)	Also, my touch up paint came with the base coat and the clear laquer. I'm assuming I apply the base coat, let it dry for approx 30 min, and then apply the clear laquer. Is this the correct procedure?
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