So I removed one of the decals from the back of my neon using a blow dryer, but there was still some residue from the adhesive. first I tried scrubbing it off with soap and water and like an idiot I used one of those iron soap srub things and these scratches are the results. afterwards I purchased an automotive adhesive remover which also didnt do anything for the remaining adhesive, here are some pics. ANY ideas of how to remove the remaining adhesive and/or cover up these scratches? thanks

 

I don’t know about the adhesive but the scratched can be polished out if they aren’t through the clear coat. MOTHERS makes a product called “California Gold “Scratch Remover” polish.

http://www.mothers.com/02_products/08408.html

 

Use Goo Gone and or some WD-40 for the residue. Thats how I removed my side moldings and decals. I sprayed them with WD-40 and let it sit for a few then used a plastic scraper also sprayed with WD-40. The trick is to keep the scraper and car/decal soaked with WD-40. Now for the scratches go to Wal Mart or any auto parts store and find the paint section and look for a product called Scratch Fix 2 n 1. Its a small tube with a pen tip and a brush tip. Look it up by the name of your paint, plus you can see what color it is on the bottle.

 

Considering Neon's have a somewhat harder clearcoat on them, you'll need a fairly aggressive product. Meguiar's Ultimate Compound is the most aggressive over the counter product available from them. It may take several vigorous applications, but providing the scratches can't be caught with a fingernail (through the paint at that point), it should really help remove them.

 

alright thanks sounds like some solid ideas

 

WD-40, Rubbing compound, polishing compound, then a good hard cleaner wax. Start rubbing in moderation with each compound to see the initial effects. you can always go back and use more product or force but once you are through the clearcoat you've made alot more work for yourself. Just take your time.