christmas vandalism!!

If I were you Id be all up in there right now

damn sorry to hear. I'd be so pissed.

Im not having the best time either (not as quite as rough as your day though)
Turns out i think i just got jacked of $160 today trying to order something offline. Some stupid F_----k has the nerve to take my money and run on christmas eve

wtf is wrong with people these days?

timintex said:

So, this morning my car was vandalized by some people from the local section 8 area of our little town. They hit like 40 or so cars in a certain area with cars. Spraying 2900 BLOCK CEDAR TERACE, etc. everywhere gang signs woo hoo. Scum.

It's pretty much ruined my christmas and got my moral down really low. I DID have a beauitful shiny red mustang. But now I got MERRRY CHRISTMAS down the driver door, rear quarter, and bumper.

Is there anything I can do?

Thanks guys.

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wow..im really sorry to hear that, its amazing what some people can do, especially this time of year and all. hopefully you can claim that. good luck and merry xmas

my g/f's car got spray painted about 1 month ago and we used a product that took it straight off...i'll find out what the name of the product is and let you know...the paint came off with ease and it looked brand spanking new...so don't worry...i'll get back to you in a little bit

I think id load my shotgun and wait for them to come back

rubbing compound would probably work, i would contact insurance /pics first tho

BlackMach1ne said:

If I were you Id be all up in there right now

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All up in where? Should he go down to the local 'section 8' area and look for trouble?

urban96 said:

rubbing compound would probably work, i would contact insurance /pics first tho

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Rubbing compound will scratch the clear coat - badly.

You might try Meguiar's Scratch Remover. (It should be in everyone's toolbox - good stuff)

twogts4us said:

Rubbing compound will scratch the clear coat - badly.

You might try Meguiar's Scratch Remover. (It should be in everyone's toolbox - good stuff)

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rubbing compound will not sratch the clear coat if used correctly. It sused in the buffing process.Scratch remover is the same thing, just a milder abrasive for people that dont know what their doing.

Well im sure you already contacted the police and made a report, and then got with insurance (the police report will help).

timintex said:

So, this morning my car was vandalized by some people from the local section 8 area of our little town. They hit like 40 or so cars in a certain area with cars. Spraying 2900 BLOCK CEDAR TERACE, etc. everywhere gang signs woo hoo. Scum.

It's pretty much ruined my christmas and got my moral down really low. I DID have a beauitful shiny red mustang. But now I got MERRRY CHRISTMAS down the driver door, rear quarter, and bumper.

Is there anything I can do?

Thanks guys.

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Ya know, people like that really don't understand how they're effecting people's lives. I'm truly sorry. I think the best thing to do is contact your insurance company. They should cover the cost of the damages. I know this made your Christmas really crappy, but try to ignore those idiots that ruined all those cars. They'll get their share sooner or later.

deftsound said:

I think id load my shotgun and wait for them to come back

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Me too ...just got my 870 for Christmas

Kinda makes you wonder how much it cost to have ppl eleminated

Once in a great while, cops may catch these pricks. When I was a kid they got a small group for smashing over 50 windshields over a several month period of time. They did eventually have to pay for the crime.

Try not to let it get you down too much.

jealous people suck!

thats why i'm paraniod everytime i park my car away from the house

I believe if you wetsand you could easily get that stuff out. Although again. You have to know what you are doing. Then rubing compound.

How to Get Spray Paint off of a Car


There’s nothing quite like waking up to find that your car’s paint job—you know, the one you wash and wax weekly—has been defaced by mischievous kids with a can of spray paint. When vandals strike, don’t panic. Follow these steps to get the spray paint off without damaging your car’s finish or putting a big dent in your wallet. Happy cleaning!

First off the easiest way to get it off your car is to use lighter fluid, believe it or not. just keep squirting it on and scrubbing it with a rag. throw some weight into it, and it comes off any paint job or chrome, even glass.

Methods:

Fill a bucket with very warm, soapy water. Use a mild detergent, such as dish soap or a car-washing solution. Use a rag or dishcloth and scrub the offending paint. Depending on the vandals’ choice of paint—keep in mind that the vandalism may just be a playful hoax with easily-washable paint, for example—your problem may be solved right here. Regardless of the type of paint, if it hasn’t fully dried yet, soap, water, and elbow grease may do the trick.
Purchase some acetone, a chemical solvent that can be purchased in large bottles for big jobs but which is also found in most nail polish removers if you just need to treat a small area.

Apply acetone to a small, inconspicuously located section of the damage. Either dip a rag in the acetone to apply it or dab it on with the brush included with nail polish remover. Wipe the surface clean immediately with a clean, dry rag, and wait a minute or two.

Continue incremental acetone application on the test area. If your car’s paint becomes discolored or faded, do not apply any more acetone. If your car’s paint seems unaffected, but the spray paint remains as well, try applying some more acetone and this time rubbing the affected area a little before wiping clean with a dry rag. The spray paint may come right off on the first pass, but it may take a little scrubbing and repeated applications, especially if it is thick in spots. The clearcoat finish on most vehicles is much more durable than spray paint, so you won’t easily damage it, but controlled, incremental testing in a small area minimizes the risk of damage and ensures that any damage that does occur will be small.

Try alternate methods. If gasoline doesn’t work or causes damage to the car’s finish, try using a rubbing compound, which can be purchased at any auto parts store. Use a dry, soft cloth and vigorously rub the rubbing compound on the offending paint. You might also try a slightly abrasive microfiber cloth (these can also be purchased at auto parts stores). Paint thinner, rubbing alcohol, and WD-40 are often recommended to remove spray paint, so you can try them in place of acetone, but if acetone doesn’t work, it is unlikely that these will, either. There are also some products that are marketed as being specifically formulated to remove spray paint. These can be a bit more expensive than the other options here, but by all means try them out if nothing else works. Regardless of the method you choose, be sure to first test it on a small, inconspicuous spot.
Try petrol, it might damage your clearcoat, but it will get rid of most spray paint. Also wax your car after cleaning, this makes it easier to remove spray paint if it happens again.


Call the body shop and the insurance agent. If all else fails, or if you’re nervous about trying to remove the paint yourself, get an estimate from a professional. He or she may be able to remove the spray paint (probably using one of the methods described here) or the car may need to be partially or entirely repainted, depending on the extent of the damage. If you carry comprehensive coverage on your vehicle, vandalism should be covered, so check your deductible and file a claim if the bill will be more than the deductible.



Tips:

Instead of acetone try pure Eucalyptus oil in the same manner. Just as effective, no harsh chemicals & smells great!
Not sure if you’re making progress? After you wipe the paint, check the rag to see if you can detect any paint residue. While you’re at it, make sure the residue isn’t the color of your car’s paint.
The sooner you try to clean the spray paint, the better. What could be a soap-and-water job could turn into something much more difficult if the paint is allowed to dry and bake in the sun.
For particularly thick spots of spray paint, try scraping the excess off with a razor blade. Do not try to scrape all the spray paint off—avoid making contact with your car’s finish.
If your car windows also got tagged with spray paint, acetone and a razor blade should clear it up easily.
If the above methods try some rubbing compound(most stores carry it) It works as an abrasive and sands the spray paint off just be careful not to rub after the spray paint is gone or you will damage your own paint(newer cars have a clearcoat which portects the paint and you would have to rub really hard to get through it to damage your paint) also removes minor scratches and marks from that shopping cart that hit your car.



Warnings:

Chemical solvents such as those mentioned here are typically flammable and can cause skin, eye, and respiratory irritation. Thoroughly read the warnings on the product, and follow the instructions.
Make sure you’re not damaging your finish in any way before you proceed past the test spot. Examine the test spot in different lighting conditions to make sure you’re not missing any discoloration. Even if the test patch worked all right, periodically check your work as you proceed. If you do more damage than the vandals, you’re going to run into a bigger bill, and your insurance may not fully cover it.
Avoid getting solvents on rubber or plastic trim. Acetone and its cousins can quickly eat or melt away at such materials.
Before reporting a claim, find out if it will increase your insurance rates or affect your policy. Vandalism claims generally will not adversely affect the amount you pay for insurance, but exceptions do exist depending on your company, state regulations, and the status of your policy.

I have used brake clean spray'd on a rag to clean a lot stuff(including paint) off of a car. Have not hurt the finish of one yet. if you wax your car often,should be no problem

Make this into a bad Christmas card.

go to the local gun shop with everyone that just got hit and then make a visit to 2900 block cedar terace and light up them motha f---as. lol