MikeM posted this thread last year re: CX-5 paint quality (http://bit.ly/1Sn3Mw6) and it seems that there is mixed opinion as to the durability of Mazda paint (my eyes are just about crossed having read through so many posts). I own a 2016 GT Sonic Silver and aside from some barely noticeable surface scratches, I don't have many complaints about the paint. That said, now that warmer weather is here and road repair crews are on the loose, a rouge rock smacked my front right fender and left a small chip. (notcool)
I am (unfortunately) a perfectionist and my past paint chip repairs were always just so-so. Corrosion is my primary concern - two questions:
1) For those of you with Sonic Silver CX-5's, how has your paint held up?
2) I know about the touch-up systems like Dr. Colorchip, but I have only used OEM paint w/brush applicator. Can anyone tell me about their experience using the Mazda OEM paint pen? How easy is it to use?
There is a local detail shop I have used in the past - more of a seasonal wash/wax and they do touch-up. I'm thinking of just letting them do it after acquiring a few more blemishes.
As an aside, I found this on the Mazda site about their paint innovation (http://www.mazda.com/en/innovation/technology/env/other/paint_tech/).
Marty
I am (unfortunately) a perfectionist and my past paint chip repairs were always just so-so. Corrosion is my primary concern - two questions:
1) For those of you with Sonic Silver CX-5's, how has your paint held up?
2) I know about the touch-up systems like Dr. Colorchip, but I have only used OEM paint w/brush applicator. Can anyone tell me about their experience using the Mazda OEM paint pen? How easy is it to use?
There is a local detail shop I have used in the past - more of a seasonal wash/wax and they do touch-up. I'm thinking of just letting them do it after acquiring a few more blemishes.
As an aside, I found this on the Mazda site about their paint innovation (http://www.mazda.com/en/innovation/technology/env/other/paint_tech/).
Marty