Autobody Damage

[Michael]

Don't know if this is appropriate for this group, but how do I repair a

3-week old auto body scrape about an inch long which is rusting?

Thanks

[dpb]

Sand (w/ wet/dry paper) to bare metal; prime and use touchup paint kit.

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[Frank]

Are you sure it's rusting? Primer is often rust colored and galvanizing usually keeps from rusting. You may need body filler but most important is getting paint to match.

[Oren]

Just how wide is this "scrape" - 1/8 - 2" ? A narrow scrape one inch long can be protected with a touch up kit. Small jar, like nail polish dab or stroke it on. It works well for rock dings.

If you still have a car dealer, they would have the closest color match.