aitchy 0 Posted June 2, 2007 I have recently bought a 1.9 gti and it needs a wee tidy up on the outside one problem is where the sunroof sits when open the paint has faded to white as pic shows, would this need re sprayed? or a good polish? is this a common problem as never owned one before? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hengti 2 Posted June 2, 2007 looks like the lacquer. sadly, lacquer problems are common i think you're looking at a respray job if it is the lacquer. waxing doesn't help and there's nothing you can do to prevent it spreading, which (given time) it likely will do Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ORB 227 1 Cars Posted June 2, 2007 get some G3 cutting compound. I think thats a good chance at cutting back. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
aitchy 0 Posted June 2, 2007 (edited) Thanks for the help , this g3 cutting compound i googled, what will it actually do? will it turn the white back to blue ?? it says its like a high gloss finish? ps i better put paint fading white wash laquer problem for anyone in similar circumstances Edited June 2, 2007 by aitchy Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Paintguy 0 Posted June 3, 2007 (edited) As said, it's a very common problem, which normally starts on the roof and bonnet, but can spread like a cancer around the car Think of G3 compound as the professional alternative to T-Cut. It's an abrasive polish, that will remove the top layer of lacquer. It can help in some cases, restoring the colour and shine, but most Pugs are too far gone for it to work fully. EDIT: See this topic Edited June 3, 2007 by Paintguy Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
