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Turtlewax Bug & Tar Remover; Use Pre-Wash or Spot Clean, 16 oz.

(40 reviews)
Part # T520A
30 day replacement if defective
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Product Details
Part No. T520A
Warranty Details (30 DAY REPLACEMENT IF DEFECTIVE)
This top-selling bug and tar remover eliminates stains and soils that refuse to budge from the surface of your vehicle with even the most powerful car wash solutions, preventing scrapes and marring from waxing over stubborn contaminants. Use this powerful surface cleaner after you wash and before you apply car wax to achieve the smoothest possible finish

Product Features:
  • Advanced chemical formula breaks down and removes bug remnants, sticky tar, fresh tree sap deposits and other tough stains on the surface of your vehicle
  • Simple, yet powerful spray and wipe solution; perfect for quick, on-the-go use
  • Safe to use on metal, glass and plastic surfaces
  • Powerful Stain-Fighting formula easily removes dried on residue, tar, and glue and leaves a protective barrier to make future cleaning easier
  • Simple, yet powerful spray and wipe solution; perfect for quick, on-the-go use
Specifications
Container Material:
Plastic

Container Type:
Spray bottle

Flammable:
Yes

Zero Volatile Organic Compounds:
Yes
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4.3 out of 5
40 Customer Reviews
78% of respondents would recommend this to a friend
Ratings Distribution
5 Stars
27
4 Stars
6
3 Stars
2
2 Stars
2
1 Star
3
Pros
7
Easy To Use
6
Effectively Removes Dirt & Grime
5
Protects Finish
4
Safe To Use
1
(null)
Cons
30
No
2
(null)
1
Yes
1
Leaves Streaks
1
Messy
Most Liked Positive Review
Extremely Effective
I had extreme tar buildup from road resurfacing. The affected areas were on the bottom of the truck bed behind the rear tires. I sprayed this product on and let it sit for 10 minutes. When I went outside to have a look, there was tar dripping off onto my driveway! Amazing product. Wiped clean and the paint looks as good as new.
Most Liked Negative Review
Just Okay
The product does okay removing tar. If you have a light colored car, it is noticeable that some stains definitely permeate into the clear coat. Once you wipe off the spray, you must rewash the area to get it thoroughly clean as it leaves a gummy residue. I only bought this product because it was on sale at the time I bought something else.
Reviewed by 40 Customers
Only used this product once.
Verified Buyer -
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Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend
Only used once. Was not overly impressed
Verified Buyer -
I tried it on several small scratches, it did remove part of the scratched but not all. I have used another product what would have removed the same type of scratches.
Bottom Line No, I would not recommend to a friend
Extremely Effective
I had extreme tar buildup from road resurfacing. The affected areas were on the bottom of the truck bed behind the rear tires. I sprayed this product on and let it sit for 10 minutes. When I went outside to have a look, there was tar dripping off onto my driveway! Amazing product. Wiped clean and the paint looks as good as new.
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend
Finally, a product that really works!!
Turtle Wax Bug and Tar Remover really does work!!
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend
Just Okay
Verified Buyer -
The product does okay removing tar. If you have a light colored car, it is noticeable that some stains definitely permeate into the clear coat. Once you wipe off the spray, you must rewash the area to get it thoroughly clean as it leaves a gummy residue. I only bought this product because it was on sale at the time I bought something else.
Bottom Line No, I would not recommend to a friend
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