Paint damage - what is the yellow patch?

[timpharrison]

I closed the garage door on top of the side panel next to the bonnet. I used WD40 and a magic eraser to remove most of the white transferred paint from the garage door.

I’m left with a couple of dent points and a yellow patch (see photos). Is the yellow patch where paint where the top layer of the Tesla’s paint has been removed?

I was hoping i just had transfer paint which could be removed, followed by a paint-free dent removal. It’s looking like a Tesla body shop job sadly....

Tim

 

[Columbo]

Ouch, I feel for you.

Looks like a layer of primer of some sort. I would leave it be and get a professional to sort it as you could be making the situation worse. I'd get a comparison quote from a reputable body shop if you're paying yourself and not on the insurance.

 

[pgkevet]

Yellow shows you're down to the cardboard

 

[HKP_Tom]

Yes, that's down to the E-coat on the metal. S Jones gets rave reviews on the FB group for small paint repairs on Tesla. SJONES LTD - Electric Car Specialist