5 Methods to Remove Scratches from Your Vehicle’s Bodywork

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# 🚗 5 Methods to Remove Scratches from Your Vehicle’s Bodywork

No matter how careful you are, scratches on your car’s paintwork are almost unavoidable — whether it’s from parking lot mishaps, tree branches, or even enthusiastic kids on bikes. The good news? Not all scratches require a trip to the body shop.

With the right materials and a little patience, you can often fix minor to moderate scratches yourself. Here are **5 tried-and-true methods** to remove scratches from your vehicle’s bodywork — some of them may surprise you!

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## 🧰 1. Toothpaste (Yes, Really!)

**Best for:** Light surface scratches or scuffs

### How it works:

Toothpaste contains mild abrasives that can gently buff out tiny imperfections on your car’s clear coat.

### How to do it:

* Clean the area thoroughly and dry it.
* Apply a small amount of non-gel toothpaste to a soft cloth.
* Rub the paste into the scratch in a circular motion for about 30 seconds.
* Wipe away excess with a clean microfiber cloth.
* Repeat as needed.

📝 **Note:** This works best on **clear coat scratches**, not deep paint damage.

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