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A night of thunder and fingerprints

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andy_bmw_1965
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Joined: Mon Feb 02, 2026 8:37 pm

Salutations, everyone. To the lucky folks whose vehicles are adorned with the breathtaking thundernight purple, I have a question. Paint clings to surfaces like a magnet. They're on the doors, the gas cap, the trunk lid, and I'm attempting to be careful about which parts of the bodywork I touch. Is there anything that can be done to make fingerprints less noticeable on paint?
I am grateful.
xxxMikexxx
Posts: 33
Joined: Mon Feb 02, 2026 8:41 pm

Do you use gloves?
xxxMikexxx
Posts: 33
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:shock: :shock: :shock: :shock:
franchcars
Posts: 48
Joined: Mon Feb 02, 2026 8:38 pm

Like a snooker referee?
xxxMikexxx
Posts: 33
Joined: Mon Feb 02, 2026 8:41 pm

It would look rather strange with marigolds, so I wouldn't suggest them.

My avatar's automobile is a Techno, which was a popular colour option in the past; other options were Daytona Violet, which was somewhat lighter than Techno, and Madeira Violate, which was reserved for cars without a M emblem.
franchcars
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Invest in a high-quality ceramic detailer to reduce the likelihood of hand oils adhering to the clear coat. It has many characteristics with BMW Techno Violet, another vehicle that has this issue.
andy_bmw_1965
Posts: 65
Joined: Mon Feb 02, 2026 8:37 pm

I may try this out next weekend, depending on the weather. I am grateful.
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