So it finally happened today. I was getting a bit too aggressive with the porter cable and took a bit of clear coat off (see attached).

I remember when I had my IS300, there was this dude I knew that could spot airbrushed knicks and stuff (of course that was a red car, easier to do). They have since moved to Arizona. Does anybody know anybody around Dallas that can spot paint this? I know it can be done, I just don't think anybody does it anymore since it's difficult to make much money off of it. Thanks.

 

does it just need to be cleared?

 

I think I got some of the color too. I emailed Mark @ Colors On Parade, recommended by one of the forum members. Sounds like he can do it no problem. I have a couple of nicks here and there on the fender (from hail last week). Sounds like he can get rid of those too and then reclear it. I'll give that a shot first.