Paint Issues Rx 450H 2014 Model

[maxster]

Have owned my RX from new for 13 months and have noticed how easily the Atlantic Blue paintwork is scuffed, scratched, revealing the white undercoat. Am going to speak to local Lexus dealer, but am keen to find out if this a common issue. I have previously owned Honda CRV's and not experienced this issue. Is RX paintwork particularly thin/delicate? Would appreciate any feedback.

Happy New Year,

Maxster.

[rayaans]

All Lexus paint is soft. It's not thin, it's soft - there is a difference. It's actually put on quite thick from factory.

Essentially don't take the car to a car wash and don't wash with brushes.

Lexus dealers cannot help you with this.

Best way to protect is a ceramic paing coating such as cquartz

My car is a 2012 and it's in perfect condition. If you look after the paint and take care of it it won't scratch, honestly is that simple.

My guide is in the detailing section should you need it

[RXJasonRX]

If you use the services of a Lexus dealer you can have a free car wash whenever you need it. They do a good job.

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[rayaans]

And don't take it to Lexus for a wash, they have a brush car wash in their service building!! Only take up Lexus on valets as they use other companies who are quite keen on looking after cars but again it depends on the dealer (mine is stockport and their valet lads are great)

[RXJasonRX]

I don't have much choice as I'm disabled , so I can't do it myself, so I take mine to Lexus Birmingham but they always do a good job as far as I'm concerned and the car is always spotless afterwards

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[rayaans]

I don't have much choice as I'm disabled , so I can't do it myself, so I take mine to Lexus Birmingham but they always do a good job as far as I'm concerned and the car is always spotless afterwards

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Jason, that is fair enough and it depends on the individuals needs. Some dealers dont have washing facilities on site so they have on site valeters who take on all work regardless of whether it's a wash/vac or full valet.

As long as the owner of the car is happy that's what matters but I think OP has either been taking it to a auto wash, backstreet hand wash or has been using incorrect technique

[RXJasonRX]

Yes. Your right. I'm sure Lexus Birmingham use valeters.

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[maxster]

Am obliged for all replies, will look into washing my own car from now on and using ceramic paint protection.