I did post this in tech forum above but this is more of an ethical question... I foolishly took my 83cd to an auto carwash and the kid sprayed undiluted green "bug cleaning" liquid all over my hood and across the roof. It has actually marred the paint to such an extent that our local detaining expert says there is nothing more he can do. When the polish is fresh and it is not too easy to see the ripples but when wears off after a couple of weeks, it is very visible. The car is original and does have some scratches and marks on the paint but this has just put it over the edge as far as the paint looking good goes. My question is what should I demand from the carwash (owned by the mayors brother!) without being a total jerk? They are waiting for me to tell them what I expect from them... To ask for the car to be repainted, I think, is too far as the paint was not perfect before. I thought I could ask for another buffing but I am worried it they will go right through and then I would HAVE to get it painted. But whatever happens, I still lose the 'all original' attraction...
Why would that liquid have caused such damage? What would you demand in compensation?
Sorry for long post.
GREAT and very useful forum!

If the 83 uses a clear coat, buffing it should be ok. If its a single stage though its a tough call.

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Get more opinions in regards to the paint condition. If a good detailer can work some magic, bring the car wash your bill.

If it can't be repaired, get written statements from a few shops. Then get quotes from body shops about a repaint. (Whole car and affected parts)

Ask the car wash for a total repaint, then they might settle to paint the affected panels. Can't hurt to try -- be very courteous.

Also, it sounds like they've admitted guilt (??) They screwed up, so should fix it -- the way it was before you had it washed.

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I don't see the problem with asking for a repaint. They damaged the paint, and the way to fix it is to repaint. The fact that it's impossible to repaint to a degree less than new is neither here nor there.

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i'd tell them that you will try a buff by a professional AND IF that doesn't cure the problem they will be looking at a repaint.

Yea, thanks guys. I think I will get it to another detailer and see if he can be a bit more aggressive with it and if it doesn't work, ask for a repaint. I really don't think it will work - that juice actually took a thin layer off the paint where it splashed. It doesn't have a clearcoat I am sure. Thanks again