How do I remove tree sap from my vehicle's paint?

Answer by  donthurtme (15)

A cleaner such a Goo-gone will remove the sap without harming the paint (other possibilities include mineral spirits and nail polish remover). It is always best to test the cleaner on a non-visible portion of the finish. After cleaning, apply a layer of car wax to help protect the finish.

Answer by  Champ (552)

There are dirt and grease removal kits you can purchase, i'm sure that would remove the sap, a home "remedy" is to put black pepper on the foreign object.

Answer by  nicksdakota (74)

This is going to sound crazy, but WD-40 is great for removing tree sap, tar, or just about any other road grime from your vehicle's paint. WD-40 is a very powerful cleaner/lubricant, but it will not damage your vehicle's paint.

Answer by  kalaism (25)

1. Try with help of stain remover on that affected part. 2. Try amway car wash liquid to remove your tree sap. 3. TUFLON coated paint may be tried in future to aviod this problems. 4. wash your vechile with soap water. 5. Apply slightly petrol on that sap affected area wait for 2to3 mini and cleanwith softclothle

Answer by  Amber40 (24961)

Well I would recommend a good automotive sap remover. Just make sure it high quality like Meguiar's bug and tar remover and use a microfider cloth or something so you don't hurt the paint. Use a good wax after cleaning to make the next clean up easier,

Answer by  Anonymous

99% rubbing alcohol and micro fiber cloths.pour a small amount on the cloth and gently rub the sap.a good wax or polish afterwards will help seal things up.

Answer by  rookie105 (823)

If the sap is fresh remove as much as u can with paper towels then use goof off to remove the rest after your done rewax that area the goof off will remove the wax. if the sap is old and hard scrape off as much as u can with a copper penny then do the same as above

Answer by  dumpnrun77 (276)

Removing tree sap from a vehicles paint can be done with nail polish remover or mineral spirits. After sap is removed the area should be cleaned with a water/baking paste like mixture. The vehicle should then be properly waxxed. A water soluble paint brush cleaner can also be used for this.

Answer by  HawaiianGirl (6906)

You can try any regualr car wash and water to remove the tree sap, if that does not work you may need something made for removing tree sap.