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Removing Nail Polish Off a Car

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Date: 06/25/2007 Topics: Cars > Cleaning Outside | Readers Request > Cars  
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My car was vandalized yesterday. Some broke into the car next to mine, found a purse and decided to pour nail polish all over my car. I want to try and use nail polish removal but I am concerned about damaging the finish. Do I have any options? My car is only 2 months old and there is a ton of the nail polish on the doors and hood.

Michael
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By (Guest Post)
Acetone nail polish remover works just fine. My daughter just painted the hood of the neighbor's car, and we used nail polish remover to take it off.

Posted on 08/17/2008 | Report Spam or Abuse

By (Guest Post)
I am in Oconomowoc WI and this has happened to several cars in my subdivision the last few nights.

Posted on 07/25/2008 | Report Spam or Abuse

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I am in Oconomowoc WI and this has happened to several cars in my subdivision the last few nights.

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By Regina (Guest Post)
This happened to me 2 weeks ago! I was very upset. I brought my car to a car detailer and all they did was spray some chemical wash and then used the power washer. The paint chipped right off. On some small parts I had to use my nails to scratch it off. I immediately got it washed right after. My car looks fine now. I hope this helps others!

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By TEXASDARLING (Guest Post)
I was at my usually car wash place a few years ago and a man came in with his truck spray painted with a can of spray paint. Because he had wax on it as a new car would they buffed it off in no time. Whatever you do, do it soon and keep the car out of the heat.

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By Pat (Guest Post)
Supposedly, WD 40 will take unwanted paint off a car. I don't think it could hurt as the finish is baked on.

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By kimhis (1411) Contact
So sorry to hear it, obviously that was a malicious act! An auto paint shop specialist would be able to take off only the polish and then apply a clear coat to restore any lost shine. good luck!

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By Noella (249) Profile Contact
I agree, this sounds like something where the dealer needs to help, especially since the car is so new. I'd also call the police department and your insurance company.

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By Belle (Guest Post)
With my husbands car i just used nail polish remover on it. Someone had keyed it up horribley, so we needed to touch up the paint, of course he didnt want me to do it, so he did it himself and messed it up. So I had to go back and fix it, I just used nail polish remover right on the car, ( non-acetone) i even let it set on there for a minute, and there wasnt any damage to the finish.

Of course I would recomend testing it first in an inconspicious area ( like the edge of the tire opening, to see how your finish reacts before actually using it on the main part of the car. If it works then just use a Q-tip and go over the remover. :) I hope this helps!

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By michawnpita (458) Profile Contact
I'd call a dealership before you try it, they might have a much better idea. Good luck!

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