[southpaw92]

My friend grazed my car against the garage door while pulling in which led to the scuff (paint transfer) on the front bumper (picture attached). There is no physical damage/deformation on the bumper as far as I can tell.

I want someone to ELI5 (Explain like I am 5) whats the best way (and $) to get rid of this:

a) Dealership detailing/touch-up
b) Third party shop
c) DIY using some compounds

Thanks in advance.

[Newman1]

https://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/how-to-articles-by-mike-phillips/28170-how-remove-paint-transfer-off-your-cars-paint.html

[bellguy]

Very easy fix to do yourself
First rub area with white spirit or Turps, this will NOT in any way damage your clearcoat or paint, then use a DA polisher with white foam pad and a good compound like Sonax Cut MAX or Menzerna etc, after transfer is gone finish with a coat of wax or sealant of choice

I remove a lot of these on my customers cars FOC if in for other work and the reaction from them is priceless when they collect their cars

[dmaxdmax]

I've found Xylene works well too, but I'm honestly not sure if it dissolves clear coat. I'm 'easy' with it.

If need be you could finish with rubbing compound, then polishing...then wax...and don't worry about what is left behind as you probably have some scratches.