Paint Scuff Marks

[AdamCKach]

I did a search but couldn't find tips on removing 'my' style of scuffs...



I have an '04 Sport Trac and because of the step bars being close to the lower body trim, every now and then I rub my shoe on the body trim. I try my best to be conscious of it, but mistakes happen.



Also, one time when I jumped out of the bed, my shoe lightly brushed the body and made a small white-ish mark similar to the small ones that were caused by me accidentally rubbing the trim.



From experience, I know not to bother them until I plan on a full proper wash and wax, but I also don't know how to remove them. I thought about clay bar-ing them, but I am unsure if that will help. I want to avoid wet-sanding or abrasive polishing because it's a new SUV (bought 1/7) but I am open to the best way to remove them.



EDIT: The ST is black...



Any help is appreciated, folks. Thanks!

 

[MTomlinson07]

My mother had several scuff marks on her BMW and clay took them off no problem.

 

[GoodnClean]

Probably they're just rubber transfers from your shoes to the paint, I'd try a claybar first

 

[AdamCKach]

Thanks folks. When I clean it this Spring, it'll be the big test - keeping a black car looking good.



I am not a true autopia nut - I know scratches happen, as do blemishes. I just plan on throwing on some Zaino and reapplying Z5/Z2 every now and then with a nice carnuba top. I'd like it to look perfect, but I will settle for looking pretty good. :xyxthumbs



Thanks again!