HOW TO REMOVE SCRATCHES ON YOUR CAR.

BMW M automotive paints consist of four individually applied layers: the primer, the cathodic dip painting (CDP) including the filler paint, the top coat that defines the colour of the vehicle and the clear coat that provides gloss and protects the entire surface from environmental influences. Therefore, the deeper a scratch is, the more difficult it can be to remove. Damage to the top layer of paint can often be removed by polishing. If you run your fingernail over the scratch and it catches you, however, this is a sign that several layers of paint are already damaged and polishing alone is not sufficient. If a colour other than that of your car’s paintwork has become visible under the scratch, the damage will extend to the primer. In the event of such damage, you should seek the help of a car paint specialist.

Under certain circumstances, it’s possible to remedy deeper paint damage, such as paint chipped by small stones, with a paint pen. This treatment serves either for purely cosmetic purposes or as a basic protection of the lacquer by sealing the damage. However, this is only in cases where the scratch is neither too deep nor too large.

First, you need to establish the colour code of your car paint. You’ll find this on a sticker placed on the bodywork. This might be inside the trunk, in the engine compartment or on one of the door pillars.

Before using the paint pen, clean the damaged area. Then you should shake the pen before paint is carefully applied and allow it to dry for a few hours. It’s recommended that the treated area is then additionally sealed with clear varnish from a second lacquer stick. After this step, there is another drying process. Instructions about how to correctly undertake this procedure can be found in the instruction manual for the product you are using.

Spray paint can be used to repair minor damage to the paint (e.g. scratches) and painted plastic components without any problems. When using it, you should always wear protective clothing such as a breathing mask, glasses and gloves. Surfaces around the area you are applying paint to should be taped to protect against paint particles. In addition to the base coat, sprays are also available for primer and clear coats. However, special care is advised with this method for those with less experience – if you’re unsure about doing it yourself, then you should consult one of the experts from the workshop.

BMW M4 Coupé:

Fuel consumption in l/100 km (combined): 9.1 (8.3)

CO2 emissions in g/km (combined): 209 (194)

BMW M5:

Fuel consumption in l/100 km (combined): 10.8 – 10.7

CO2 emissions in g/km (combined): 246 - 243

BMW M850i xDrive:
Fuel consumption in l/100 km (combined): 10.5 – 10.0
CO2 emissions in g/km (combined): 240 – 228

Consumption data is determined in accordance to the ECE driving cycle and depend on the wheel and tyre sizes selected. The models illustrated include equipment.

Further information about the official fuel consumption and the official specific CO2 emissions for new passenger automobiles can be found in  the 'New Passenger Vehicle Fuel Consumption and CO2 Emission Guidelines', which are available free of charge at all sales outlets, from Deutsche Automobil Treuhand GmbH (DAT), Hellmuth-Hirth-Str. 1, 73760 Ostfildern, Germany, or under http://www.dat.de/en/offers/publications/guideline-for-fuel-consumption.html.

The figures are not based on an individual vehicle and do not constitute part of the product offer; they are provided solely for the purposes of comparison between different vehicle types. CO2 emissions caused by the production and provision of fuel or other energy sources are not taken into account in the determination of CO2 emissions pursuant to Directive 1999/94/EC.

All vehicles, equipment, combination possibilities and varieties shown here are examples and can differ in your country. In no way do they constitute a binding offer by the BMW M GmbH. Visit your local BMW website or see your authorised BMW M Retailer for accurate details on the offers in your country.