How to Remove Key Scratches from Your Car

Key scratches are among the most frustrating types of car damage. Whether accidental or intentional, a key scratch can run the length of your car and look devastating. Here’s how to assess and fix key scratches effectively.

Assessing the Damage

Key scratches vary in depth. Run your fingernail across the scratch:

  • If your nail doesn’t catch, it’s a surface scratch — easy to fix
  • If your nail catches slightly, it’s a moderate scratch — treatable at home
  • If the scratch is deep with visible metal, professional repair may be needed

Fixing Surface and Moderate Key Scratches

For surface and moderate key scratches, the Magic Pen FixMyCar™ is your best friend. Its precision tip allows you to apply the formula exactly where needed, filling and sealing the scratch permanently.

Step-by-Step Repair

  1. Clean the scratched area thoroughly
  2. Shake the Magic Pen for 10 seconds
  3. Apply the formula along the scratch with light, steady pressure
  4. Let it sit for 30 seconds
  5. Wipe away excess with a clean microfiber cloth

Preventing Key Scratches

  • Install a car alarm or dashcam as a deterrent
  • Park in well-lit, monitored areas
  • Consider a paint protection film on vulnerable panels

Don’t let a key scratch ruin your car’s appearance. Fix it in 60 seconds with the Magic Pen FixMyCar™.

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