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Jordan from Wollongong - Paint Defect Questions 08 VRX

Postby jordanwieland » Sat Jan 09, 2016 11:32 am

Hi Guys,

So after selling my CJ Ralliart 1yr ago and missing it intensely, I decided to go on the hunt for another Lancer for a second car! On Monday I came across a 2008 VRX Lancer with only 140xxx for $3000 which is unbelievably cheap, naturally I bought it. Only issue it has is the paint, I have heard a few people complaining about the quality of the Lightning Blue factory paint from this year, has anyone else heard of this?? The clear coat has peeled of 60% of the car but in a very unusual way.. Does anyone know of a way in which to repair this without a full paint job??

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Postby Mystique » Sat Jan 09, 2016 2:14 pm

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Postby AJjnr86 » Sun Jan 10, 2016 9:50 am

Hi Jordan,

My MY 02 wrx has the same issue, unfortunately it is due to the vehicle being out in the sun it's whole life and not being washed and polished properly, the only way to get a clear coat back is a respray, which is what I'm going to get done soon.

How far has the peeling gone? Roof, boot bonnet and guards?
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Postby VRX_08 » Sun Jan 10, 2016 10:04 am

Welcome! :D

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Postby aspir3 » Sun Jan 10, 2016 11:39 am

Unfortunately it will need to be repainted or you can wrap it in vinyl


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