Review of various products for removing scratches on a car

Types of scratches and damage assessment

Before choosing a product for removing scratches on a car, you should understand what layer the damage to the car has penetrated: varnish, enamel, primer, phosphate layer or metal.

If the varnish is damaged, you can get by with light polishing, removing a layer of several (up to five) microns. For minor damage that has affected the varnish and enamel coating, you can choose a special camouflage pencil that will hide the scratch by 90-100%. As for deep scratches, they need a more serious approach. Damage that has reached the metal surface must be removed as quickly as possible, without waiting for the damaged part to rust.

To determine the depth of the damage yourself, take a clean rag and water. Wet the area of ​​the body with a scratch and rub it with a rag. Notice how the color of the scratch has changed. If for some time it takes on the color of the paint, it means that only the top layer of varnish is damaged.

Rating TOP 7 best scratch removers

After analyzing many factors, we compiled the following rating:

• Bosny VG.
• PPG D880 HS.
• Duxone Basecoat.
• Duxone 2K.
• Motip Clear Varnish.
• Vika 2K AK-1301.
• Meguiar Scratch X 2.0.

Let's look at these models in more detail.

Bosny VG

Bosny VG is one of the best scratch removing polishes available in aerosol cans. The material is applied to the surface of the required coating, preserving all shades of the original color, thanks to its ideal transparency. The liquid also has excellent adhesion and lays evenly on any surface, be it wood, paper, metal or plastic.

Price: from 291 to 430 rubles.

• the ability to obtain an original coating texture;
• resistance to fine grinding and polishing;
• does not turn yellow over time.

• not found.

You could call it a “tourist” version of the small scratch remover. It comes in a compact can, which doesn’t last long, but it’s made with high quality. Sometimes I take it with me because I travel often. In some cases, it is necessary to repair any chips/scratches. The product does a great job of this in a matter of minutes.

Bosny VG anti-scratch

PPG D880HS

PPG D880 HS is a guaranteed clear varnish with a high level of gloss, durability and protection from aggressive external environments. It is a one and a half layer varnish; when used correctly, a minimum coating consumption per element is achieved. The fluid has a premium quality high solids, designed to achieve a higher gloss effect.

Price: from 560 to 776 rubles.

• the ability not to change the original color;
• increased stability during bad weather (rain, snow, wind);
• sufficient volume (one can is enough for more than 15 applications).

• not found.

I recently repainted my car and was looking for a clearcoat to improve paint retention. I came across this option in the best store in the city, consulted with friends, read reviews on the Internet and bought it. The purchase paid off and the paint has lasted for three years now. I will also note that the product “dries out” scratches well and they are practically invisible.

PPG D880 HS anti-scratch

Duxone Basecoat

This protective enamel should be present in every self-respecting car enthusiast. Basecoat is designed to repair light chips and scratches on cars, trucks and buses. The color set is quite extensive and includes shades of fifteen colors, making it easy to choose the color just for you. In addition, the product is of high quality and is confirmed by special tests, for which it received the DX high quality degree.

Price: from 1,400 to 1,900 rubles.

• high quality (DX standard);
• quick drying (25-30 minutes);
• extensive color set (about fifteen colors and their shades).

• not detected.

I bought this product to hide a large scratch left by my beloved wife. Overall, I was pleased with the purchase - the scratch is not visible, and the car began to shine, as if it had been driven from a car dealership. The prices may be a little high, but as they say, quality is worth the money.

Duxone Basecoat anti-scratch

Duxone 2K

Universal acrylic varnish Duxone 2K is the best solution on the market in this segment. The product provides high color accuracy, an acceptable level of gloss and durability of the coating. Mixes with activators in a two to one ratio, demonstrating excellent pouring and ease of implementation of the process of painting and removing scratches from metal.

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Price: from 999 to 1999 rubles.

• quick drying (10 minutes);
• easy to use (just mix with activator);
• excellent hiding power (painting with the first layer).

• not detected.

My first acquaintance with this product from Duxone made me more than pleased. I painted my old six with this varnish. The car immediately became bright and sparkling. I’m driving around the city and everyone no, no, but they will look in the direction of my swallow. The product dries quite quickly; for example, it only took me 7 minutes. I won’t need it for a long time myself, but I will happily recommend it to my friends and relatives.

Duxone 2K anti-scratch

Motip Clear Varnish

Motip Clear Varnish is a protective varnish based on pentaerythritol phthalate resins, popular among car enthusiasts and craftsmen. Most commonly used on cars/trucks and pre-primed wood and steel surfaces. Before finishing, the desired objects are sanded and degreased.

Price: from 329 to 530 rubles.

• quick application and drying process (10-15 minutes);
• professional composition for a thorough renewal of paintwork;
• nice metallic effect.

• not found.

After applying it to my car, I decided to seal it with a varnish coating. On the advice of friends, the choice fell on this model of varnish. I had to order from the online store. Everything arrived in pretty good condition and even came with instructions. Overall, I’m more than happy with the purchase, so I recommend it to everyone.

Motip Clear Varnish Anti-Scratch

Vika 2K AK-1301

This protective acrylic varnish is a two-component system consisting of semi-finished enamel AK-1301 and a hardener. The semi-finished product is a suspension of pigments in a solution of acrylic copolymer in organic solvents with the addition of special additives. The surface must be thoroughly cleaned, sanded and applied. Pigment 1301 is used as a hardener. The gloss of the finished coating after painting is at least 80 units, adding zest to your car.

Price: from 799 to 999 rubles.

• high-quality application in the first layer (dense molecules);
• creates a durable coating that protects the body from corrosion, scratches, etc.;
• does not require polishing after all manipulations.

• not detected.

The paint on my old jeep began to fade a little, so at a family council it was decided to buy new car enamel. We decided to paint it ourselves. We purchased a Vika 2K AK-1301 and were pleasantly surprised. It lays flat and tightly (apparently, the molecules of the substances are located quite close to each other). The color turns out close to the original, because... the substance is transparent.

Vika 2K AK-1301 anti-scratch

Meguiar Scratch X 2.0

An effective means of removing small scratches is the American paste Meguiar's Scratch X 2.0. It can be used both in manual polishing and for working with machines. Although the tube is quite expensive, the contents (207 ml) are enough to treat several large areas of the body. Experts pay attention to the economical consumption of material and the excellent result at the end of polishing.

Price: from 3,054 to 5,334 rubles.

• pleasant metallic sheen;
• economical consumption (a tube is enough to polish an entire car);
• Effectively removes scratches, rust and abrasions.

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• not detected.

I am a professional motorist (more than 12 years of experience), so I have experienced almost all the troubles associated with cars. One of these troubles is scratches on the body. But as it turned out later, removing them is not at all difficult. I bought this product, applied it to the right place and got a completely natural result.

Meguiar Scratch X 2.0 anti-scratch

Types of car products

Some effective scratch removers include:

• Pencils.

You can eliminate the defect yourself using a special pencil without painting, if its depth is small and the paint is not touched too much. Suitable for surfaces of any color.

• Gel.

It is something like putty or cream applied to the surface with a brush.

• Polishing.

Produced using wax or abrasive polish. The specific method is selected depending on the degree of damage and the thickness of the car’s paintwork.

• Primer and painting.

If the primer is damaged and the paintwork is completely damaged, the scratch will have to be repaired in several stages. First you will need to remove rust if it has already appeared. At the second stage, a primer mixture is applied, at the last stage the area of ​​the car body to be repaired is painted and varnished.

Features of using different types of pencils

Although they have a similar function, there are several different types of pencils that can help combat body scratches. The simplest is a scratch remover for cosmetic restoration of varnish. These pencils look like regular markers with a sharp tip, but filled inside with liquid polymer varnish. Using this product is simple: to get rid of a scratch, you need to run it over the damage several times.

Pencil marker

The Top Race or Fix it Pro marker contains a special polymer gel. To use it, you need to shake the product, remove the cap and, pressing, apply to the damaged area, removing excess with a cloth or microfiber cloth. After the gel has dried, the car will be protected from further destruction.

It is noteworthy that products such as Top Race are suitable for bodywork of any color and are not washed off with water due to the wax content.

Corrective gel

If a marker pencil does not remove the scratch, you can use a correction gel. This product is sold in a bottle with a brush, which is convenient for applying the product to damaged paintwork. The viscous substance perfectly fills fairly deep scratches that did not reach the metal layer. A special feature of this product is its hardening time. Unlike a pencil, a gel consisting of a mixture of natural and chemical waxes will have to wait longer to dry.

You can also find kits on sale that can mask small scratches and shallow chips in the paintwork. At the same time, in order to remove such damage on an American-made car, you should use an American product; similar Russian products are produced for the Russian automobile industry. It should be remembered that in each specific case different substances help to remove scratches, so it is difficult to say which pencil is the best. The main thing to remember is that using pencils can only hide shallow scratches.

Comparison of the presented funds

To more clearly compare the models presented above, we use a comparison table.

Polishes, wax and stickers

To quickly and easily get rid of a scratch, you should try treating the damaged area with a product containing fine or coarse abrasive particles. Such products are usually sold in tubes and are used for both cheap and expensive cars.

Application of wax and polishes

The restoration process should be done as follows:

• Clean and dry the area of ​​the scratch, scuff or chip.
• Take a polish with abrasive.
• Apply body cleaning and polishing gel to a slightly damp cloth or piece of cotton wool.