Can't get this black stuff off the paint

[Timmmo57]

Not sure what this stuff is. It's collected on top of the spoiler. I thought it was either some type of mold or tree sap. I tried using 99% Isopropanol (rubbing alcohol) and Goo-Gone based on suggestions I read for removing tree samp. Didn't seem to loosen or dissolve the black stuff at all. Any ideas what it might be and how to remove it? I was going to try a clay bar next.

 

[SteveS]

Have you tried bug & tar remover (the old Turtle Wax stuff)? Then soap and water?

 

[madhatter]

what do you use to wash the car? might be time for paint correction.

 

[Timmmo57]

what do you use to wash the car? might be time for paint correction.

the automatic carwash..

 

[Timmmo57]

not yet.

Have you tried bug & tar remover (the old Turtle Wax stuff)? Then soap and water?

 

[Sam4]

The plastic panels on the car act differently than doors, hood, roof... I find a little more, umm, aggressive methods work. or reading spy novels too much - persuasive methods...it ain't SEMA

 

[madhatter]

its going to take some elbow grease for sure. I'd start with dish soap, a toothbrush to agitate, and then a polishing compound followed by either wax or ceramic coating.

I like the Maguire's line. available at most auto parts stores. try a compound and a polish on a clean rag in that order.