You’ll need four things: a car-safe clay bar (the secret weapon), a spray lubricant (or a mix of water and a few drops of dish soap), a microfiber towel, and a positive attitude. Oh, and maybe some coffee. Coffee fixes everything, including dumb mistakes.
Skip the WD-40 and the nail polish remover—unless you want your car to look like a tie-dye disaster. Stick to products made for car paint. Your wallet will thank you, and your car won’t file a complaint.