My brand new car got keyed. I just watched both videos on how to fix the scratches. ONE QUESTION. will the fixed area always need waxed. After getting a car wash or just over time, will that certain area look hazy and or not like the rest of the car and need to be waxed or polished all the time?
Dude, I was already sold when you did all the explaining and what not. But when you scratched your own car and fixed it, now you had my complete attention. This is an amazing video, thanks a whole bunch!
Hi quick question I got a scratch on my Miata and i thought it was a deep one to i noticed when it rains i can't see the scratch does that mean its just the clear coat?
What I most appreciate about this video aside from the great instructions, was the guy's crisp, to the point delivery. I hate sitting there watching a slowpoke take 15 minutes to explain what should take 5 minutes. This was 100% useful and no wasted time!
I'm an auto body technician and I actually still love watching this dudes videos because he's absolutely right in what he says and breaks it down for people that don't understand terminology
Someone keyed my car two days ago and I was so upset. I looked up videos until I found this one. Went out today and bought all the products I needed. It worked so easily and all the stress and anger I was feeling has gone away. Thank you so much!
@@chrisfix Hey, not sure if you will see this and it's not super important but I was curious on where you learned most of the stuff you have learned, the internet, family, friends? Anyways, thanks for all the videos you make, they are some of the most well made and thorough videos out there.
I'm a teacher of English and I use your videos with the students of Mechanical Engineering. Believe it or not, they (the videos, not the students) are perfect teaching materials. Thank u!
Thank you Chris!! I never write comments but I had to give my experience. Someone scratched my car a couple of months ago in a parking structure and didn't leave a note. It was about 2 feet long, had the other car's red paint on my black car as well as a dent. I got quoted from 3 different companies the highest being $1400 for the repair. Fast forward I just thought I would have to live with the scratch on my car but then I saw this video immediately bought the supplies (as well as a dent remover) and was able to remove the remnants of the scratch even the other car's paint which I was super surprised. It looks night and day different. I am so happy with the results and this cost me less than $30. I am so grateful thank you Chris!!
I watched this video, ordered supplies on Amazon, and executed today. Took about 2-3 hours. It took some courage to apply sandpaper to my new Rivan truck but I had faith and ended up with an excellent result! Thank-you Chris Fix! Jon from San Francisco
Hi Chris: I used your excellent video to guide me through the removal of 8-10 scratches from my car today. Your process was spot on. The scratches took anywhere from 10-30 minutes to become invisible. My stress level plummeted after working on the first scratch and seeing the results. Thank you very much for your excellent tutorial. I really appreciate it!
dont you get a little bit of fade in the clear coat of the cars body color though? Like the scratch might be gone but you would still feel something wrong with the color of the area you worked on or no it doesnt happen that way?
Hey we’re any of your scratches not straight because my scratch is a whole word and I don’t know which way to rub with the sandpaper. Also once I started I gave up immediately because of the fear of ruining my car 😅 is there any tips
I just bought a new car for the first time and it's absolutely stunning to look at. But I was so anxious about scratches I had nightmares last night. This video is so helpful and encouraging; I'm not worried now because I know I can fix it. Thank you so much!
Even tho I spent hours fixing the scratches made against a fence, your tutorial literally saved me hundreds of bucks! Thank you so much for all the step by step explanation :) !!
I already had an appointment to get the hood on my black Corvette repainted tomorrow. I figured I would give your method a try. I was a bit nervous about taking sandpaper to my black paint but I figured if I messed it up it was getting it painted anyway. I just cancelled my paint appointment. Your method worked fantastic!
Did you use the exact same products as he did in the video? I too have (plenty) of clear coat scratches - since a bush attacked my car... And my car is black. Also have an appointment for repainting - which will cost me damn much if i fail.
I used the 5000 and 3000 grit sandpaper from Autozone and Mcguire's scratch remover liquid to get the sand paper scratches out. I then used Turtlewax paste.
Chris, you saved my neck on this one! I accidentally scratched the wife's car while moving something in the garage. I was going to fess up, but I knew that she would hold that over me and be pissed at me, even though it was purely accidental. So I bought all the supplies on Amazon right away, yet, it was difficult to pull off, because she's been working from home exclusively for 2 years, so it's she's home 99% of the time, and when she's not home, she's in her car. I was waiting for the moment when she would be away from home, but not in her car, so I could work on it. Finally, about 2 weeks ago, her mom picked her up and they were out for about 2 to 3 hours. The clock was ticking. I was nervous that I was going to screw it up and make it much worse, then I would have been completely screwed. I was trying to finish before she showed up, so I didn't get caught in the act! I followed all the steps, and of course, after the sandpaper steps, it looked awful. Would it come out with the polish? Well, it did, and the wax took care of the rest. I was so pleased at how this worked, as previously, I could feel the scratch with my fingernail, and it didn't come out with polish alone....a few days later, I washed and waxed her entire vehicle, and the car looks great. There is one more fine scratch (not my fault) on the car, and I'm going to work on that next, that one is less severe than the one I caused. You're a life-saver Chris!
Great story that I can relate to. It's like fighting a battle in two fronts. First, you have to deal with the job at hand and your gut wrenching remorse at scratching the car and whether it not you'll be successful. Second, you have to deal with the wife and wait for that sweet moment when she's away and hoping you have enough time and that you will be successful. Good thing she didn't forget her umbrella and return 5 minutes into your project.
I just want to come here to say thank you. Your video helped me remove the scratch on my car effectively and allowed me to post those before and after photos proudly on my Instagram. We need more of such wonderful tutorials.
I Just finished fixing a car scratch I recently got on a rental. I was freaking out and worried I had to pay fees to fix after having my own car in the shop. Chris, thank you so much. The way you explained everything, I felt very confident in executing the project to repair the scratch before returning it. Once I was finished I couldn’t stop smiling! It looks brand new.
This will be my next project. One by one, I come here to see what Chris says before I try. I buy almost everything he uses and get to work with so much confidence. I’m a 70 year old grandma who is really digging all this.
Following having received a deep scratch just like the one you created, for yourself, I gave your tips a try. I must admit to getting quite worried when I had the dull area but the shine did indeed reappear after compound and even though I know the scratch was there even I cannot see it anymore. Congratulations on a nice well- explained video.
@@uncouthyouth2433 you will have repaired the paintwork but thinned the clear coat. I wax occasionally just to keep a shine going over all the car. Obviously some waxes are harder and longer lasting than others. No right answer here.
I've watched many, many videos and I don't think I have ever commented on one... your video is fantastic. I appreciate your details, break down and explanations. Great. Thank you.
Fantastic as usual Chris. I dont comment often on videos but your videos are the best. Thank you for taking the time to do these and making straight forward instructions and not long winded.
7 years later and this video just saved my WRX I found your vid after going through an automatic car wash. There was a guy outside scrubbing the backs of cars as they went through cause this one never gets the back well. His brush scratched the crap out of my trunk. I got the stuff you recommended and it totally removed all the scratches! I'm not much of a car guy so this was super helpful. Thank you!
This literally saved me hundreds and possibly thousands! Forever grateful and loving this channel ❤️ Thanks so much for spilling the money saving secrets! My hubby immediately saw the difference and was shocked I got them out myself. Lol.
Dude, this is a life saver. Went through an alley and there was an extremely tight turn I though I cleared. When I wiped the scratches with a Clorox wipe to get the yellow paint off, most of the scratches disappeared, while it was wet. So, I was happy to know the scratches weren't too bad. I just did it know how to remove them, but now I know. New subscriber here. Keep up the good work.
That scratch was deeper then any of the ones on my truck. Mine need alot of attention I previously thought I could not fix easily without a shop and it's resources until now. I was preparing for a re-spray until you showed these tips. Thanks for teaching me something new! You just got a new subscriber just because your honest educational approach! Thank you!
Incredibly well made video. Precise, great photography. Loved how you say how to tell if it's a clear coat only scratch or one that requires paint. Thanks!
I’m only 3 minutes in and have to stop and say thank you! I love having it explained and demonstrated, quickly but efficiently! You are a maestro! I deleted over 600 subscriptions last night.. so glad I kept yours. Thanks!
Tried this technique today and it worked perfectly. Took a few hours to get rid of a long scratch on the roof of my V70R, but after the polish and wax the scratch is no longer visible. Saved me hundreds of dollars. THANK YOU!!
Be careful doing this on older cars. I tried to remove sun fade from the roof of my 07. Looked great at first. Now, after 6 months, it looks worse than before. I may have damaged/ thinned out the clear coat too much.
I've seen a lot of videos about how to remove scratches but this video is by far the most well detailed explained video on how to remove scratches. I actually bought what was needed and actually did what I watched and the end results were amazing. I give this video two thumbs up. Thanks for an awesome video Chris ...
Sebastien. It still works if your car is red or blue but don’t do it on green cars. It can damage your engine if you do it on a green car. Also always change the Blinker fluid when you’re done
Growing up, my next door neighbor's name was Chris Fix ( it still is!) its for that reason that Chris Fix videos are my go-tos. Girls 👭 work on their cars too!!
This saved me! I had a huge scratch in my hood form a metal snow shovel (my mistake, I know) and I fixed it this morning with this method, it’s looking brand new!! Thanks so much Chris!!
My car got stolen, already dealing with the deductible $500 to get it out .Got a very nice rental .. of course because of life I got a loooonnnggggg scratch on my car now.. I thought welp that sucks .. anything longer than 6inches and I’m done for . Saw your video and gave it a try. I WORKED! Can’t even tell anything happened! so glad 😁 thanks !!
The way you’ve planned out what you should say, when you should say it and how you should say it, so that the content is crisp clear and easy to follow - including asking the right questions which would be in beginners’ minds - is impressive. Good job - Great composition 👍🏻
You're a genius! I love the way you edit your videos, crisp and clear. You make me save a lot of money. And I really enjoy the fact that I can fix thing and I enjoy the process. Thank you so much!!!!
I wanted to personally thank you for your videos. I came across these after I scratched my brand new car bad one night. I was devastated but then your vids gave me some hope I could fix things. I bought the things you suggested, took a few hours but it worked out incredibly. I have a few other scratches I need to watch your other video to fix, they are deeper. If I could add pics before and after I would to show you. But I’m a fan, and have subscribed. Thanks for the help.
One of the greatest TH-cam videos ever made! Incredible stuff when you consider there are body shops that will pay you $500 to polish your car and still doesn’t address the issue. Now my ‘23 Corolla hatchback is just as new. Had crazy amount of scratches (11 total) because of a lazy contractor who was painting my neighbor’s house and had overspray on my car and tried to wash off the paint. It got to a point where he overdid it and really did some serious damage to it. All I can say is, thank you. Chris’s video really works people. It just takes time and effort.
Yeah man you know a dude's an old veteran when he fcuks up his own sh!t just for a solid demonstration. Now I want my doctor to show this kind of commitment and crack open his own rib cage before i let him work on my failing ticker 🤣
This was so inspiring that I went out and keyed my new Vette just so I could try it...worked great! Even on the scratches that were over 3 foot long... Thanks Chris!
Thank you sooo much for this video. My truck was keyed a few days ago. I did exactly what you showed and the result was exactly on point. I'm super grateful I came across your video !
I’ve been referencing back to this video for years now every time I get a clear coat scratch! Such a simply breakdown, works great every time. Thanks Chrisfix!
@@chrisfix yes plss. the hatch on my mazdaspeed has 2 deep key scratches. A body shop was able to buff/polish the rest of the car, but these scratches are gonna be costly to repair. I'd love to try and diy it myself.
Awsome video!.I like the way you explain,.. quick fast and to the point.Some people explain things like theyre talking to a toddler or something.Whoa when you scratched the car I was like "This dude means business"...Nice!
what kinda soad are you using in your soapy wooder? Would assume the dishsoap would have the degreaser in it so not sure it would be good or just car soap
I tried his method on my old car, it works perfectly. Finally applied the same method on my new family car. I am really happy about the result. I bought all the stuff he mentioned in the video. The only difference is that it took me more time to sand the scratches, 15 seconds won't be good enough if you are not pro like Chris. If you have small scratches on your car, just follow this video and subscribe!
Just wanted to thank you ChrisFix for repairing rust video. I have a 2007 VW Rabbit that rusted around the wheel wells. It took me about 1 month of rewatching your video fifty times but I was able to fix the rust all around my wheel wells and the rear hatch emblem. It was a lot of work but I learned so much. And my friends said it couldn't be done and that it will look bad in the summer because its bondo and guess what it is totally fine and you can't even tell. THANK YOU.
4:08 - Clean surface of car using soapy water to remove dirt and debris 4:25 - Tape of scratch about 1/2 inch on either side 5:11 - Sand scratch perpendicular for about 15 seconds using P3000 sandpaper. if scratch is still visible, repat process for another 15 seconds 7:55 - Move the tape an inch further away from the scratch. Using the P5000 sandpaper, sand in a circular motion. 9:25 - Place polish on the clean part of a microfiber towel and rub in a circular motion. A second layer may be needed if haze is still visible. 10:13 - Using paste wax and a microfiber mitt rub on in a circular motion. After giving it a minute to haze up, rub it off using a clean microfiber towel.
Chris , you are an excellent presenter/explainer. You anticipated and answered all my questions along the way. Made it so we _understand_ about car paint, the nature of scratches, and broke out the repair process in a logical and detailed manner, and did it all on a modest budget. Thanks for taking the time to share!
I couldn't believe this would work, until I saw it with my own eyes! I repaired some scratches on my wife's car with a slight variation to what you described in the video. First I used a small piece of 2500 grit wet and dry paper soaked in washing up liquid which I scrubbed perpendicular to the scratch. As I did this I started to panic as the paintwork went from high gloss to a dull haze but I continued until the scratch was gone. Once finished I washed the treated area then polished it using Poorboy's World Super Swirl Remover 2.5 grade - already the shine started to come back. Then finally I polished with T-Cut a couple of times before a final wash and wax. My wife can't believe the result and neither can I! For those of you reluctant to use sandpaper on your car, the grades you are using are ultrafine, it's smooth to the touch.
Theo, it's now 2 months since I did the work and it is still looking fine despite plenty of rain and washing. If you have any haze left then you need to use more 'swirl remover' type polish, which is basically ultrafine grit. Good luck!
I have been following Chris for a while now. Scratched the heck out of my car and in a panic looked at some videos. Aaaand of course Chris has the best videos on this and didn't even realize it was his video until he started speaking! Love it.
This is the best explanation I've ever seen on the internet. Every single sentence is on point. You went step by step and it was so clean and precise that I can just say good job man.
STILL see a haze where it was sanded. Needed to be polished a bit more a few more times by hand OR with an dual action orbital polisher. Good explanation about scratches and also the fewer and fewer scratches you get rid of the more of a mirror finish is achieved. LOVE this channel, good job Chris.
I just got shallow yet still visible scratches on my 3-month old car and I was mildly upset. I know that these are bound to happen, so no big deal. But after watching this video, my inner OCD Geek has been awakened and I’m just looking forward to testing this removal method myself. It must be so satisfying to get rid of scratches like these. Sometime tomorrow, I will feel like I’ve been bestowed with some secret knowledge and power💪🏾 Edit: This method really works. I removed all scratches and was left with a deep glossy patch of clean paint I stead.🙌🏽
Here is my video on How to Repair a DEEP SCRATCH: th-cam.com/video/Zl_iSYYGBiY/w-d-xo.html
That’s why I came here
I think I saw ur face ur reflection was on the car
It was worth waiting almost 4 years for the deep scratch video! Thanks a lot for both!!!!
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My brand new car got keyed. I just watched both videos on how to fix the scratches. ONE QUESTION. will the fixed area always need waxed. After getting a car wash or just over time, will that certain area look hazy and or not like the rest of the car and need to be waxed or polished all the time?
Dude, I was already sold when you did all the explaining and what not. But when you scratched your own car and fixed it, now you had my complete attention. This is an amazing video, thanks a whole bunch!
Glad you enjoyed the video!
Hi quick question I got a scratch on my Miata and i thought it was a deep one to i noticed when it rains i can't see the scratch does that mean its just the clear coat?
Chris do you have a video showing deep scratch repair?
According to the video, sounds like it's clear coat.
Josh McCullough for a deep scratch you might want to repaint the body
What I most appreciate about this video aside from the great instructions, was the guy's crisp, to the point delivery. I hate sitting there watching a slowpoke take 15 minutes to explain what should take 5 minutes. This was 100% useful and no wasted time!
Great help thanks
I hate those that start with-subscribe and like video and talk about it for 1 minute
Completely agree
Well presented and useful. Thanks.
+Analog Planet - Yes, I agree with you!
I'm an auto body technician and I actually still love watching this dudes videos because he's absolutely right in what he says and breaks it down for people that don't understand terminology
Someone keyed my car two days ago and I was so upset. I looked up videos until I found this one. Went out today and bought all the products I needed. It worked so easily and all the stress and anger I was feeling has gone away. Thank you so much!
That's what I like to hear! Thanks a lot!
@@chrisfix the fact you replied to this after 6 years of the main video.. is why i appreciate you alot man.
@@azkymohamed123 I try to keep up with as many comments and questions as I can. Spend 4hrs minimum a day answering them.
@@chrisfix what a guy... top
@@chrisfix
Hey, not sure if you will see this and it's not super important but I was curious on where you learned most of the stuff you have learned, the internet, family, friends?
Anyways, thanks for all the videos you make, they are some of the most well made and thorough videos out there.
This guys voice and confidence makes me want to scratch up my car for fun then fix it and send him photos for approval.
Do it!!....
@@princesskanuta3495 Only if it's a PT Cruiser lol
@@Turborider Pink Taco Cruiser 😅
I'm convinced after all these ChrisFix videos I can rebuild a car with just "some soapy water."
soapy wooder, ftfy
And medium strength thread locker
🤣🤣🤣 that was good!
What kind of soap because my soap is waxy and I know we can't use dish soap.... any suggestions?
And micro-fibre shop towels. No lint, please.
I'm a teacher of English and I use your videos with the students of Mechanical Engineering. Believe it or not, they (the videos, not the students) are perfect teaching materials. Thank u!
Thank you Chris!! I never write comments but I had to give my experience. Someone scratched my car a couple of months ago in a parking structure and didn't leave a note. It was about 2 feet long, had the other car's red paint on my black car as well as a dent. I got quoted from 3 different companies the highest being $1400 for the repair. Fast forward I just thought I would have to live with the scratch on my car but then I saw this video immediately bought the supplies (as well as a dent remover) and was able to remove the remnants of the scratch even the other car's paint which I was super surprised. It looks night and day different. I am so happy with the results and this cost me less than $30. I am so grateful thank you Chris!!
Hey how did this hold up for you?
@@hannahr5212great! As if I never got scratched!
You’re not in Canada. It cost $17 just for ONE of the sandpapers
@@SeanRussell87all right...
@@rhinodogg2 Awesome! Thank you! I am sorry that happened to you and very glad you got it fixed!😅
And did it yourself! I will do the same!
He scratch’s his car for the video, what a legend.
My bike cost more than this car . Its ok to scratch it.
Hahahahaha @eman
He made a hole on his exhaust pipe for another video...he's great....or maybe crazy...haha. Greetings
What makes you think its his? 🤔
I 💖 my PT Cruiser, she's adorable!
I watched this video, ordered supplies on Amazon, and executed today. Took about 2-3 hours. It took some courage to apply sandpaper to my new Rivan truck but I had faith and ended up with an excellent result! Thank-you Chris Fix! Jon from San Francisco
You had money for a rivian but not enough to fix is professionally? Lol
After sanding does haze stays permanent?
@@etengis1in the sun it looks horrible when you stand back and look at it.
@@wesyoung9150even after polishing???
Hi Chris:
I used your excellent video to guide me through the removal of 8-10 scratches from my car today. Your process was spot on. The scratches took anywhere from 10-30 minutes to become invisible. My stress level plummeted after working on the first scratch and seeing the results. Thank you very much for your excellent tutorial. I really appreciate it!
im going to try this as well on a scratch at the bottom of my truck nobody ever notices if it works there ill move to the door.
dont you get a little bit of fade in the clear coat of the cars body color though? Like the scratch might be gone but you would still feel something wrong with the color of the area you worked on or no it doesnt happen that way?
@@rushil505 I think it’s all in our brain cause we remember that area to have a scratch
@@rushil505 yes, hence we use the wax to shine it up.
Hey we’re any of your scratches not straight because my scratch is a whole word and I don’t know which way to rub with the sandpaper. Also once I started I gave up immediately because of the fear of ruining my car 😅 is there any tips
I just bought a new car for the first time and it's absolutely stunning to look at. But I was so anxious about scratches I had nightmares last night. This video is so helpful and encouraging; I'm not worried now because I know I can fix it. Thank you so much!
Congrats on the new car! And you can definitely fix scratches like this!
Even tho I spent hours fixing the scratches made against a fence, your tutorial literally saved me hundreds of bucks! Thank you so much for all the step by step explanation :) !!
I already had an appointment to get the hood on my black Corvette repainted tomorrow. I figured I would give your method a try. I was a bit nervous about taking sandpaper to my black paint but I figured if I messed it up it was getting it painted anyway. I just cancelled my paint appointment. Your method worked fantastic!
Did you use the exact same products as he did in the video? I too have (plenty) of clear coat scratches - since a bush attacked my car... And my car is black. Also have an appointment for repainting - which will cost me damn much if i fail.
I used the 5000 and 3000 grit sandpaper from Autozone and Mcguire's scratch remover liquid to get the sand paper scratches out. I then used Turtlewax paste.
***** like me....i like Black cars ..
***** 👍👍👍👍👍👍
just don't forget to wax it regularly you clear is now way thinner
Chris, you saved my neck on this one! I accidentally scratched the wife's car while moving something in the garage. I was going to fess up, but I knew that she would hold that over me and be pissed at me, even though it was purely accidental. So I bought all the supplies on Amazon right away, yet, it was difficult to pull off, because she's been working from home exclusively for 2 years, so it's she's home 99% of the time, and when she's not home, she's in her car. I was waiting for the moment when she would be away from home, but not in her car, so I could work on it. Finally, about 2 weeks ago, her mom picked her up and they were out for about 2 to 3 hours. The clock was ticking. I was nervous that I was going to screw it up and make it much worse, then I would have been completely screwed. I was trying to finish before she showed up, so I didn't get caught in the act! I followed all the steps, and of course, after the sandpaper steps, it looked awful. Would it come out with the polish? Well, it did, and the wax took care of the rest. I was so pleased at how this worked, as previously, I could feel the scratch with my fingernail, and it didn't come out with polish alone....a few days later, I washed and waxed her entire vehicle, and the car looks great. There is one more fine scratch (not my fault) on the car, and I'm going to work on that next, that one is less severe than the one I caused. You're a life-saver Chris!
Awesome Danny! Glad the video was helpful!
Great story that I can relate to. It's like fighting a battle in two fronts. First, you have to deal with the job at hand and your gut wrenching remorse at scratching the car and whether it not you'll be successful. Second, you have to deal with the wife and wait for that sweet moment when she's away and hoping you have enough time and that you will be successful. Good thing she didn't forget her umbrella and return 5 minutes into your project.
I would've fessed up to my wife and she would have been understanding. My sympathies to you for the fear you live in.
@@nutknowledgeright, man is acting like he's going to jail over a simple scratch
This man is more afraid of his wife than a criminal is over the police
This is seriously the most informative video I've ever watched on TH-cam. You explain things SO well with no filler..
I just want to come here to say thank you. Your video helped me remove the scratch on my car effectively and allowed me to post those before and after photos proudly on my Instagram. We need more of such wonderful tutorials.
That is great to hear! If you post the pic, make sure you use #ChrisFix so it comes up on my feed!
@@chrisfix hi bro in that video is it necessary to use in the end the wax paste product???
Is this permanent? Do you need to reapply the wax every few months or whenever I take it to the car wash?
@@mariuss4637 it’s permanent
@@chrisfix what if the whole side of car is covered in scratches
I Just finished fixing a car scratch I recently got on a rental. I was freaking out and worried I had to pay fees to fix after having my own car in the shop. Chris, thank you so much. The way you explained everything, I felt very confident in executing the project to repair the scratch before returning it. Once I was finished I couldn’t stop smiling! It looks brand new.
I’m in the same situation rn 😬 glad I found this vid! Gonna try it this weekend 🤞🏽🤞🏽
Going through the same here....need to do this.
@@Spad3y I am in the same situation, how did it go?
@@herbydee2316 I am in the same situation, how did it go?
Awesome!
Great video! Finally someone explained HOW to sand the scratch away and why does the scratch disappear. Thanks!!
I'm glad you found it helpful!
Exactly!
ChrisFix is there a difference between Meguiars scratch x and scratch x 2.0 for removing scratches?
@@chrisfix hi
This will be my next project. One by one, I come here to see what Chris says before I try. I buy almost everything he uses and get to work with so much confidence. I’m a 70 year old grandma who is really digging all this.
have you tried it? did it work?
She died
Love it granny I’m right behind you @ 65!! Like my vehicles nice!
Following having received a deep scratch just like the one you created, for yourself, I gave your tips a try. I must admit to getting quite worried when I had the dull area but the shine did indeed reappear after compound and even though I know the scratch was there even I cannot see it anymore. Congratulations on a nice well- explained video.
Did the wax wash off were you eventually able to see the area you sanded down with time?
So how long does the wax last? Should we keep waxing the area regularly?
@@uncouthyouth2433 you will have repaired the paintwork but thinned the clear coat. I wax occasionally just to keep a shine going over all the car. Obviously some waxes are harder and longer lasting than others. No right answer here.
I've watched many, many videos and I don't think I have ever commented on one... your video is fantastic. I appreciate your details, break down and explanations. Great. Thank you.
Thanks a lot Caryn! That is awesome! Glad you enjoyed the video!
julia from 1984 by rick wakeman
I concur! your Video is fantastic... clarity, detail... everything... and first comment ever1 :) Thumps up
I agree. Can't figure out why so many dislikes here. Haters gon hate
Yeah, he is the best when it comes to ACTUALLY explaining things haha
Fantastic as usual Chris. I dont comment often on videos but your videos are the best.
Thank you for taking the time to do these and making straight forward instructions and not long winded.
7 years later and this video just saved my WRX
I found your vid after going through an automatic car wash. There was a guy outside scrubbing the backs of cars as they went through cause this one never gets the back well. His brush scratched the crap out of my trunk.
I got the stuff you recommended and it totally removed all the scratches!
I'm not much of a car guy so this was super helpful.
Thank you!
Please say what car wash this was, just in case it's one near me that I need to avoid.
I would say any car wash that has rotating brushes because I took mine to a Sheetz and it put fine scratches
Start from scratch
By scratching your car.
Singlet Tuber Lol
im ded
This comment is legend
This damn comment 🤣😂🤣
This literally saved me hundreds and possibly thousands! Forever grateful and loving this channel ❤️ Thanks so much for spilling the money saving secrets! My hubby immediately saw the difference and was shocked I got them out myself. Lol.
What a great video, there are very few people who actually make it understand very well. Thank you.
Dude, this is a life saver. Went through an alley and there was an extremely tight turn I though I cleared. When I wiped the scratches with a Clorox wipe to get the yellow paint off, most of the scratches disappeared, while it was wet. So, I was happy to know the scratches weren't too bad. I just did it know how to remove them, but now I know.
New subscriber here. Keep up the good work.
I got the same situation man, this was a life saver
The best explained video with real scratch, with best result. Just perfect job. Big thumbs up. Thank you.
Thanks!
“If you’re a car guy. You better look away”
*ad starts*
😂😂😂😂
LOVED THAT! I read your comment, then BOOM! It happened😂😂😂
Shirlette Powell phahahahahahaha 😂😂😂😂
Same 😂😂
SAME FOR ME 🤣
Add started and i ended up buying amazon stocks. Still haven't seen the rest of the video.
I checked many videos on TH-cam, this is certainly the best.
Shrey Tyagi not for deep scratches
Shrey Tyag
Shrey Tyagi
That scratch was deeper then any of the ones on my truck. Mine need alot of attention I previously thought I could not fix easily without a shop and it's resources until now. I was preparing for a re-spray until you showed these tips. Thanks for teaching me something new! You just got a new subscriber just because your honest educational approach! Thank you!
Glad the video was helpful!
Incredibly well made video. Precise, great photography. Loved how you say how to tell if it's a clear coat only scratch or one that requires paint. Thanks!
I’m only 3 minutes in and have to stop and say thank you! I love having it explained and demonstrated, quickly but efficiently! You are a maestro! I deleted over 600 subscriptions last night.. so glad I kept yours. Thanks!
(Scratches car with screw driver)
Chris: “If your microfibre cloth still has a tag on it, rip it off as it can CauSE scRAtcHeS”
FlightSimulatorBlaine wow this video was made in 2016, and Chris still hearted your comment.
Scykronic I know! I’m impressed
@@flightsimulatorblaine8727 he tries to read comments for questions and things everyday
He really keeps in touch with his community
@@Scyquaqua well there's notifications. TH-camrs ignore.. chriss is a humble youtuber.
Tried this technique today and it worked perfectly. Took a few hours to get rid of a long scratch on the roof of my V70R, but after the polish and wax the scratch is no longer visible. Saved me hundreds of dollars. THANK YOU!!
I want to try this but I’m worried that with time the wax will wash off and that will leave the dull foggy spot on my paint. Yes or no?
@@stephaniewilkerson9204I’m wondering this too have you tried it?
Be careful doing this on older cars. I tried to remove sun fade from the roof of my 07. Looked great at first. Now, after 6 months, it looks worse than before. I may have damaged/ thinned out the clear coat too much.
I've seen a lot of videos about how to remove scratches but this video is by far the most well detailed explained video on how to remove scratches. I actually bought what was needed and actually did what I watched and the end results were amazing. I give this video two thumbs up. Thanks for an awesome video Chris ...
Does this method still work in 2019 or was is patched?
Sebastien. It still works if your car is red or blue but don’t do it on green cars. It can damage your engine if you do it on a green car. Also always change the Blinker fluid when you’re done
Patched ea changed it to loot boxes
WatzoN only tesla have gas powered blinkers, don‘t get fooled !
Sebastien lmao this ain’t no glitch 😂😂😂😂😂 it still works man lol just did it to my Mustang yesterday
@@m3rkmus1csweg58 i tried this on my green car and was trying for so long i got a cloud burn, and my engine fell out.
This dude truly has some skills!
Growing up, my next door neighbor's name was Chris Fix ( it still is!) its for that reason that Chris Fix videos are my go-tos. Girls 👭 work on their cars too!!
Even after removing the scratches, it is still a PT cruiser, darn it.
thanks for the video Chris.
Yep. He was basically polishing a turd.
Mosin Master yes that's totally true
PT = Polished Turd
Scratching your own car made my muscles involuntarily hit the subscribe button like spasm. Good job!!!
Excellent job! thank you.
Chris, would you please make a video about how to remove car window scratches?
shadad07 yes please!
this needs more likes.. really wanted to know how to remove window scratches..
shadad07 he has previously used resin to correct cracks in his windshield, works great
I have seen that one but most of us facing scratches not cracks.
shadad07
Genuinly one of the best tutorials on TH-cam lol. To the point. Confident. Explained. Demoed.
Oh you said 3000 grit, not 300 grit! Oh boy did i mess this up!!
300 works fine too... just keep scrubbing until you don't see any door.
@@shaggydawg5419 Oh, thanks for the tip! 😂
HAHAHAH
Is 1 grit just a stone?
@@Peter.Jensen Yes!
This saved me! I had a huge scratch in my hood form a metal snow shovel (my mistake, I know) and I fixed it this morning with this method, it’s looking brand new!! Thanks so much Chris!!
Thank you Chris, coworkers car got side swiped a week ago. Thank to you, I was able to get over half of the impurities on her car gone! What a guy!
I'm sure it looks great!
Did you get some ass
🤣
@@victorwebster6839 gold. Had the same thought. Lol.
Better have gotten laid for that
My car got stolen, already dealing with the deductible $500 to get it out .Got a very nice rental .. of course because of life I got a loooonnnggggg scratch on my car now.. I thought welp that sucks .. anything longer than 6inches and I’m done for .
Saw your video and gave it a try.
I WORKED!
Can’t even tell anything happened! so glad 😁 thanks !!
Awesome!!!!!!
Me discovering this channel: "Great, another car-obsessing TH-camr."
Me now: "This person is god come to salvage our automotive sins."
The way you’ve planned out what you should say, when you should say it and how you should say it, so that the content is crisp clear and easy to follow - including asking the right questions which would be in beginners’ minds - is impressive.
Good job - Great composition 👍🏻
Chris you have saved me from divorcing my wife just because she scratched my car paint very badly by using a car key. Thanks a lot.
You should probably still divorce her if she keyed your car lol
Zeej4Ever why did she do that if i may ask?
Fayidh Al-Rashdi your wife is a crazy bitch.
RudeDudeSB sounds like it mightve been an accident
Mario Alvarez she accidentally scratched it doesn't mean she's a crazy bitch use ur fucking brain
You're a genius!
I love the way you edit your videos, crisp and clear.
You make me save a lot of money.
And I really enjoy the fact that I can fix thing and I enjoy the process.
Thank you so much!!!!
Glad you like them!
Saw your video 2 days ago, did all the steps on the scratches in my car, now Im back to thank you! It really works!
TheBlablabla3016 how was it after 4 months? Was it the same as when you first remove the scrath?
?
i too am interested?
Seriously? Is this reliable?
TheBlablabla3016 Did you get the haze back after a feee days or weeks ?
I wanted to personally thank you for your videos. I came across these after I scratched my brand new car bad one night. I was devastated but then your vids gave me some hope I could fix things. I bought the things you suggested, took a few hours but it worked out incredibly. I have a few other scratches I need to watch your other video to fix, they are deeper. If I could add pics before and after I would to show you. But I’m a fan, and have subscribed. Thanks for the help.
Same here a dog scratched my new car and I was heated and wanted to yell at the owner, but it was an accident. Thankfully there is a solution.
I've just tried it now and I am amazed, a massive scratch completely desapeared!
So happy I found this video, thanks for sharing Chris.
erica tais how did you make your soapy water?
SOap and water duh
One of the greatest TH-cam videos ever made!
Incredible stuff when you consider there are body shops that will pay you $500 to polish your car and still doesn’t address the issue.
Now my ‘23 Corolla hatchback is just as new. Had crazy amount of scratches (11 total) because of a lazy contractor who was painting my neighbor’s house and had overspray on my car and tried to wash off the paint. It got to a point where he overdid it and really did some serious damage to it. All I can say is, thank you. Chris’s video really works people. It just takes time and effort.
I hope he compensated you for the damages
When he scratched his own car i hit subscribe. Legendary man!
Yeah man you know a dude's an old veteran when he fcuks up his own sh!t just for a solid demonstration.
Now I want my doctor to show this kind of commitment and crack open his own rib cage before i let him work on my failing ticker 🤣
On another of Chris's videos, someone call him the GOAT of car repair. I wholeheartedly agree!
This was so inspiring that I went out and keyed my new Vette just so I could try it...worked great! Even on the scratches that were over 3 foot long... Thanks Chris!
thats bold
You my man are a different type of breed
As long as the scratches are not 3 foot _deep_ :P
Here is how to repair a deep scratch: th-cam.com/video/Zl_iSYYGBiY/w-d-xo.html
So it scratches at level 6 with deeper grooves at a level 7
Cheeki Breeki yes
Cheeki Breeki Jerryrigeverything mate coool 🤣🤣🤣
Gotta get that sapphire clear coat to resist scratches up to level 9.
😂😂😂😂😂😂😂HahahahahahahahahaahzhahHahHahahahahah
Hahaha 😂
Thank you sooo much for this video. My truck was keyed a few days ago. I did exactly what you showed and the result was exactly on point. I'm super grateful I came across your video !
Hey how did this hold up for you?
I’ve been referencing back to this video for years now every time I get a clear coat scratch! Such a simply breakdown, works great every time. Thanks Chrisfix!
Does the haze return when you wash the car?
@@Poke_Magh I’m going to take a good guess and say no it doesn’t. Otherwise this guy probably wouldn’t have been doing this for years now🤷🏼♂️
@@chasepittman789 thank you for the feedback, appreciate it mate
i'm a car guy and didn't learn a single thing because you never told me to look back after looking away lol
😂😂😂
Same here. So because I didn't learn anything I just put some duck tape over my scratch and now the car looks much better
Hahahahahahahaha best joke ever 🤣🤣🤣🤣
Been five years now since I looked away , Is it okay to look back now anyone ❓
😂😂😂😂😊
Chris were all anticipating the video of the deep scratch fix! It's killing me!
Gotta get a deep scratch first!
ChrisFix where's your car at so I can 🔑 it lol jk
@@chrisfix yes plss. the hatch on my mazdaspeed has 2 deep key scratches. A body shop was able to buff/polish the rest of the car, but these scratches are gonna be costly to repair. I'd love to try and diy it myself.
Yeah weheres the deep scratch video bro! I need the help
ChrisFix Chris just key scratch it yourself. Then again that would be too painful for any car person
This is the only person I trust when it comes to car repairs, and I'm using this video to help my mom from getting in trouble with my dad
Awsome video!.I like the way you explain,.. quick fast and to the point.Some people explain things like theyre talking to a toddler or something.Whoa when you scratched the car I was like "This dude means business"...Nice!
Thanks Juan! Glad you liked the video and it was helpful!
what kinda soad are you using in your soapy wooder? Would assume the dishsoap would have the degreaser in it so not sure it would be good or just car soap
slimeboy256
I'm going to start saying "wooder" instead of "waater"...
I tried his method on my old car, it works perfectly. Finally applied the same method on my new family car. I am really happy about the result. I bought all the stuff he mentioned in the video. The only difference is that it took me more time to sand the scratches, 15 seconds won't be good enough if you are not pro like Chris. If you have small scratches on your car, just follow this video and subscribe!
Aiguo Zeng Is the tape actually regular masking tape?
Not a car “guy” per se, but I felt a little bit of life leave my body when you created that scratch all the same😵. Awesome video😆
Haha I’m glad the video was helpful!
I have 4 kids, so I've long since learned to not worry about it 😂
Just wanted to thank you ChrisFix for repairing rust video. I have a 2007 VW Rabbit that rusted around the wheel wells. It took me about 1 month of rewatching your video fifty times but I was able to fix the rust all around my wheel wells and the rear hatch emblem. It was a lot of work but I learned so much. And my friends said it couldn't be done and that it will look bad in the summer because its bondo and guess what it is totally fine and you can't even tell. THANK YOU.
Thank you for your presentation on this video. Straight to all points, clean audio and video. Excellent job. You’re awesome :)
I'll be waiting for the deep scratch removal!
Me too
we shall wait together
Where are we waiting? Will there be cake?
+Tigglet lets hope there is cake, cake is love, cake is life, where do you want to wait?
Great instruction dude!!!!!! my car needs a polish!! Thank u!!
4:08 - Clean surface of car using soapy water to remove dirt and debris
4:25 - Tape of scratch about 1/2 inch on either side
5:11 - Sand scratch perpendicular for about 15 seconds using P3000 sandpaper. if scratch is still visible, repat process for another 15 seconds
7:55 - Move the tape an inch further away from the scratch. Using the P5000 sandpaper, sand in a circular motion.
9:25 - Place polish on the clean part of a microfiber towel and rub in a circular motion. A second layer may be needed if haze is still visible.
10:13 - Using paste wax and a microfiber mitt rub on in a circular motion. After giving it a minute to haze up, rub it off using a clean microfiber towel.
❤
3:38, if you're a car guy, you won't care because it's a PT Cruiser!
Exactly haha! I wasn't the only one :)
Im not the only one that thought that 😂
No real car guys actually care about every car, no matter what made the car is.
+Maurice Walsmit I was about to write the same thing down!
Just what I thought lol
You can't even give these cars to car guys.
Where can I buy that ChrisFix brand Soap + Water?
Autozone?
+bobby z wtf
lolol!!!
You can get it pretty cheap off amazon for only $235.99 (not including tax).
***** What? That is pretty cheap considering the quality.
I’m honestly happy that ad came on before he made the scratch, I needed that extra 5 seconds to prepare myself😭
Accidentally scratched my car. I was looking for every video but wasn’t really specific. came to this and you explained it amazingly. Great Video!
I really love your videos! Neglected my car for so long but after watching your videos I feel so good being able to fix my car! Thanks Chris!
This man has cut a whole into his truck and scrathced his car just to show us how to fix ours. Legend👏👏
Chris, yet another fantastic video, I have io ask myself, "Is there any end to this guy's talent"? Many thanks.
Chris , you are an excellent presenter/explainer. You anticipated and answered all my questions along the way. Made it so we _understand_ about car paint, the nature of scratches, and broke out the repair process in a logical and detailed manner, and did it all on a modest budget.
Thanks for taking the time to share!
I couldn't believe this would work, until I saw it with my own eyes! I repaired some scratches on my wife's car with a slight variation to what you described in the video. First I used a small piece of 2500 grit wet and dry paper soaked in washing up liquid which I scrubbed perpendicular to the scratch. As I did this I started to panic as the paintwork went from high gloss to a dull haze but I continued until the scratch was gone. Once finished I washed the treated area then polished it using Poorboy's World Super Swirl Remover 2.5 grade - already the shine started to come back. Then finally I polished with T-Cut a couple of times before a final wash and wax. My wife can't believe the result and neither can I! For those of you reluctant to use sandpaper on your car, the grades you are using are ultrafine, it's smooth to the touch.
What about the haze, after the car wash and rain?
Theo, it's now 2 months since I did the work and it is still looking fine despite plenty of rain and washing. If you have any haze left then you need to use more 'swirl remover' type polish, which is basically ultrafine grit. Good luck!
You're like the ATHLEAN-X of cars
lol
Shaan Patel SERIOUSLY THATS THE FUNNIEST COMMENT EVER 😂😂😂
"Putting the science behind car scratches"
Shaan Patel that is exactly what I was thinking
LOL agreed
You got my like when you scratched a PT Cruiser ON PURPOSE
DandySpeedyAndy ha ha ha.
It was the most attention the car has ever gotten.
Pt cruiser is good car
r vip can we pretend you didn’t say that?
Wow!! Thank you. A car wash scratched my car hood and I was panicking. I am going to try this. Nervous but the comments are giving me hope. ❤
I wish all car problems were this easy to fix!
Out here in the Midwest, we put wahter in the spray bah-ttle; Chris Fix uses wooter. 🙂
Good video 👍
I noticed a scratch on my car today and I literally just got this video recommended the same day.
Darn! Hopefully the video helps with your scratch!
@@chrisfix hi
That's how Ai works
I have been following Chris for a while now. Scratched the heck out of my car and in a panic looked at some videos. Aaaand of course Chris has the best videos on this and didn't even realize it was his video until he started speaking! Love it.
This would be a really wrong time to miss one "0" when buying a sand paper.
Definitely wrong 😂
😆
Oof
" I didnt use any special tools "
*uses Soapy Wooder*
Wheat lmaoo
@@edburr3227 yeast lol
@cruz animation studiocar lease!
it's literally water + 2-3 drops of dish soap. What's so special about it?
@@cyberspartan54the joke
That's the special thing
I don't know anything about cars, but I want to. Especially after watching your videos, it's honestly inspiring. Keep it up! I'm subscribing!
Awesome! That is the goal with my videos! You will learn a lot from my channel!
This video is 7 years old. Yet, it works. Follow the steps and removed 2 long scratches from my Sienna.
Thank you!
Great Channel, only came across it recently, I like the pace and your obvious passion for what you are doing. Congrats.
Thanks
I tried first on my neighbor's car and it worked! Tomorrow I will do it on mine.
As always another great piece of work from cris. This is truely amazing now I have a really good reason for not to worry about minor scratches.
This is the best explanation I've ever seen on the internet. Every single sentence is on point. You went step by step and it was so clean and precise that I can just say good job man.
Just scratched my new car this morning while parking. This looks neat
STILL see a haze where it was sanded. Needed to be polished a bit more a few more times by hand OR with an dual action orbital polisher. Good explanation about scratches and also the fewer and fewer scratches you get rid of the more of a mirror finish is achieved. LOVE this channel, good job Chris.
Makes his own scratch, ON PURPOSE, for the vid. What a BOSS.
I just got shallow yet still visible scratches on my 3-month old car and I was mildly upset. I know that these are bound to happen, so no big deal. But after watching this video, my inner OCD Geek has been awakened and I’m just looking forward to testing this removal method myself. It must be so satisfying to get rid of scratches like these. Sometime tomorrow, I will feel like I’ve been bestowed with some secret knowledge and power💪🏾
Edit: This method really works. I removed all scratches and was left with a deep glossy patch of clean paint I stead.🙌🏽