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Does a car body scratch protector work?

I’m picking up my new car from the dealership next week and am considering ways to protect its paint job from damage. Does a car body scratch protector work?

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Rachel Rigolino · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Actually, there are various car body scratch protectors, so you’ll need to decide what approach to take. Take a look at the chart below, which outlines ways you can protect your paint job from scratches:
Type of protection
What it does
Paint protection film
In essence, you are protecting your car’s paint by wrapping it in plastic. Because the way the film is applied is important, you should have this professionally done.
Clay bar + wax
Many car owners use clay bars to remove fine debris before waxing their cars to ensure their cars are free from particles you can’t see. Fine particles can cause fine scratches.
Car covers
A good car cover can protect your paint from UVA rays and also protect it from damage by bird droppings and pollen.
For people who love their cars, taking the extra step of researching a car body scratch protector comes naturally. They want to protect their rides.
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