Minor car dents and scratches might be an inevitable aspect of car ownership, but that doesn’t mean they aren’t a major annoyance. But if you’re proactive, it’s possible to have your car looking as good as new in no time. Here’s how to deal with car scratches and dents and when to contact your VW dealer.
When Should You Contact Your VW Dealer About Dents and Scratches?
Know Your Car Dents
If your car’s bodywork shows signs of a minor impact, your best course of action depends on what sort of dent your car has suffered. Look at the shape and depth of the dent and check to see whether the paint has been scratched or breached.
Dings are small indentations, less than half an inch in depth, while round dents are large shallow compressions. Sharp dents taper to a deeper, inverted point, and creased dents are caused by an impact that drags along the car.
Dealing With Dents
Round dents and dings are relatively minor examples of damage, and you can fix them at home. You can use suction to pull out the dent, hot and cold treatments to “pop” it back into shape, or dauntless paint removal, where you press the dent back outwards from the inside. However, if the dent is sharp or creased, you need to seek assistance from a professional.
Serious dents can undermine the car’s structural integrity so that it won’t protect you properly in a crash. And if the paintwork’s disfigured, it could leave the car’s steel body exposed to the elements. If you’re in any doubt, contact your dealership and ask their advice.
Solving Car Scratches
They might seem minor, but scratches in the paintwork can lead to significant long-term problems for your car. If moisture comes into contact with the steel frame, it will oxidize and rust. This could spread to other parts of your car and cause more damage through flaking and debris. It also means that the clear coat has been breached, exposing your car to the UV rays of the sun and leaving your paintwork dull and patchy.
Minor scratches, such as the “swirls” caused when washing, can sometimes be solved with a scratch remover or a scratch and paint restore car kit. You should check your car’s paperwork for the color so that you can match it exactly. However, if you can see the metal underneath the paint, it’s essential to schedule an appointment at the dealership as soon as possible. It needs to be expertly retouched and resealed.
Dents and scratches on your pristine vehicle can be so annoying that sometimes it’s easier to ignore them. But this can lead to long-term damage and undermine the resale value of your car. Rather than allow it to undermine your enjoyment of your driving experience, contact us at DARCARS Volkswagen, and we’ll soon have your pride and joy back to its very best.
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