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Question for our Car Enthusiasts Who Like to Detail Their Cars
My son and I just split the cost of his first car. We purchased a 2006 Lexus GX470 with 130,000 miles. Always loved the look and capabilities of this car so both of us were excited to get it.
There are some scuffs and marks on the plastic bumper covers in the rear along with the plastic door moulding. The car is a semi dark blue and the plastic pieces match the color of the car. I believe I am not supposed to wax plastic. What are some of the products that I can use on these parts to help me match the shine of the rest of the car? Also, any simple ways to minimize the appearance of the scuffs?
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There is no danger in polishing/waxing painted plastic parts.
A good quality hand polishing compound should be effective in removing surface scuffs/marks/abrasions. I recommend this product followed by an application of Meguiar's Carnauba Wax. |
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Thank you! I was always told to never get wax on the black plastic trim so just assumed the same was true for other plastic parts.
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I would also recommend Meguiar's Ultimate Black on the rubber and plastic parts to bring back the black. I use this on these areas on my Lexus IS250 and they look great.
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If the plastic areas are textured, then absolutely not. The reason is that when polish/wax will turn whitish when it dries and is extremely difficult to remove. The product recommended above is excellent for treating textured plastic items. |
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