Chips?

kobnj · 05-08-2012, 07:36 AM

Are Z's prone to rock and debris chips? I have had my new Z for less then a month and already have 4 chips. This morning I noticed a big chip on my hood.

Is there a good product that works to repair chips or would Z touch up paint just do the trick?

Red__Zed · 05-08-2012, 07:43 AM

Yes, the paint is very soft.

Touch up paint is probably your best bet, though others may have other suggestions.

It may be worthwhile to look at the addition of a clear bra--many that are concerned with the condition of the front plate add one.

bdavis89 · 05-08-2012, 10:59 AM

You live and learn. For your next car you'll be prepared and get a clearbra as soon as you purchase it. Our cars are prone to chips and such, just the way it is.

I bought mine used, and the previous owner or dealer tried to touch up some chips on the hood, but the color is wrong, looks horrible when my car is freshly cleaned (makes the odd color dots noticeable).

On the other end, you just have to realize its just a car, and won't last forever. Use it, have fun, take care of it within reason, and you'll love it. Don't be too OCD about it or you'll end up constantly wondering about it, checking it, wiping it clean, etc, and won't be happy because you'll be worried.

kobnj · 05-08-2012, 11:26 AM

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Originally Posted by bdavis89

You live and learn. For your next car you'll be prepared and get a clearbra as soon as you purchase it. Our cars are prone to chips and such, just the way it is.

I bought mine used, and the previous owner or dealer tried to touch up some chips on the hood, but the color is wrong, looks horrible when my car is freshly cleaned (makes the odd color dots noticeable).

On the other end, you just have to realize its just a car, and won't last forever. Use it, have fun, take care of it within reason, and you'll love it. Don't be too OCD about it or you'll end up constantly wondering about it, checking it, wiping it clean, etc, and won't be happy because you'll be worried.

Well said.. and

tommyguns · 05-08-2012, 12:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kobnj

Are Z's prone to rock and debris chips? I have had my new Z for less then a month and already have 4 chips. This morning I noticed a big chip on my hood.

Is there a good product that works to repair chips or would Z touch up paint just do the trick?

Dr. Colorchip! Ordered mine today.

kobnj · 05-08-2012, 01:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tommyguns

Dr. Colorchip! Ordered mine today.

Thanks! I will look in that.

Romulus1 · 05-08-2012, 02:28 PM

ride a little further back from people. ive had mine for over a year now and with NY driving on the LIE and what not i only have 1 chip on my hood and its small and barely noticable

m4a1mustang · 05-08-2012, 02:37 PM

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Originally Posted by tommyguns

Dr. Colorchip! Ordered mine today.

Dr. Colorchip is good stuff.

05-08-2012, 07:36 AM	#1 (permalink)
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05-08-2012, 10:59 AM	#3 (permalink)
bdavis89 Track Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Jacksonville FL Posts: 586 Drives: '10 370Z PW Auto Rep Power: 14	You live and learn. For your next car you'll be prepared and get a clearbra as soon as you purchase it. Our cars are prone to chips and such, just the way it is. I bought mine used, and the previous owner or dealer tried to touch up some chips on the hood, but the color is wrong, looks horrible when my car is freshly cleaned (makes the odd color dots noticeable). On the other end, you just have to realize its just a car, and won't last forever. Use it, have fun, take care of it within reason, and you'll love it. Don't be too OCD about it or you'll end up constantly wondering about it, checking it, wiping it clean, etc, and won't be happy because you'll be worried. __________________ 2010 Pearl White Touring Sport Package \| Navigation \| 7 Speed Automatic

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Romulus1 Track Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: Long Island, NY Posts: 691 Drives: '11 370Z Sport 6MT Rep Power: 15	ride a little further back from people. ive had mine for over a year now and with NY driving on the LIE and what not i only have 1 chip on my hood and its small and barely noticable __________________ 11 SR 370Z Sport 6MT - Sold 03 Escalade AWD - Sold 13 Silverado LTZ Z71 Crew Cab

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05-08-2012, 07:43 AM	#2 (permalink)
Red__Zed A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: window seat Posts: 28,940 Drives: Mostly on two wheels Rep Power: 119	Yes, the paint is very soft. Touch up paint is probably your best bet, though others may have other suggestions. It may be worthwhile to look at the addition of a clear bra--many that are concerned with the condition of the front plate add one.