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Good Macbook Pro scratch remover?

So I bought a used 2011 Macbook Pro on eBay and it says it's in regular used condition, and it was the best looking one on eBay, so I purchased it. I recieved it and it's in great condition except for there are mutliple scratches on the bottom and one on the top. The one on the top is the deepest scratch and the most noticeable. It not a big concern, but I would like to get them out. Luckily they're not deep so they shouldn't be too hard to get out, but I want your guy's opinion on what scratch remover I should use. I looked online and saw Mother's California gold scratch remover, any ideas on that? These are the pictures of the scratches:

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Posted on May 3, 2014 6:15 PM

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JohnSteezy

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Posted on Mar 8, 2017 8:42 AM

I did lots of research in order to find the best fix for my MacBook scratch. I came across a form(Removing a scratch from the iPad back with Meguiar's Scratch X 2.0) that gave good detail as to how to rid my MacBook from scratches, I decided to put it to a test and made this video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QRyBjQGTUKc. Needless to say, the end result was somewhat dissatisfying.

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CBennett2498 Author

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May 6, 2014 3:22 PM in response to Ecualgeacy

I'm looking online for Skins. They have some cool ones, but they're $20-$30. I can get a single color skin for $8, but it's only the top and inside, not the bottom.

May 6, 2014 3:30 PM in response to CBennett2498

I just purchased this cover from Kuzy for $24.99.

CBennett2498 Author

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May 6, 2014 3:31 PM in response to Ecualgeacy

Can you post the link so I can purchase one?

May 6, 2014 3:39 PM in response to CBennett2498

Kuzy - Retina 13-Inch BLACK Rubberized Hard Case for MacBook Pro 13.3" with Retina Display A1502 / A1425 (NEWEST VERSION) Shell Cover - BLACK

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B009V17TH6/ref=redir_mdp_mobile?ref_=pe_385040_303 32190_TE_M3T1_ST1_dp_1

Comes in multiple covers

May 6, 2014 5:55 PM in response to CBennett2498

I am resorting to covering the damaged part of the shell with a sticker made by someone special to me. Love covers it over. 😍

So yeah, I'm taking a "Conceal it. Don't feel it" approach. I'm going to try my darnedest to "Let it go".

If I think up of any other corny lines from Disney movies which apply, I'll be sure to add them. Good luck! If you find a better solution, please let me know!

May 6, 2014 6:00 PM in response to Ecualgeacy

The MacPro Scratch remover has at least one documented fail shown here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZLp1J1TvMoQ

May 7, 2014 9:10 PM in response to CBennett2498

I just got my Kuzy shell. It is a two-piece plastic hard cover with a slightly rubbery texture to it. My first impressions: overall positive. It smooths out the edges to the leading edge of the palm rest. That's NICE. It doesn't add much weight or bulk, which is a very good plus. The glued-on rubber knobs on the base seem a little hap-hazardly placed, but are solid enough. Time will tell how long they last, but as long as they seat the computer flat on the table that is what is important. The shell takes a bit of work to get on and off. I at first thought I would put it on only for the hazardous occasion, but realized almost immediately how difficult it is to remove. I think I'm better off just leaving it in place. Besides which, the black I chose matches the rest of the MacBook's color scheme. Very satisfied with this solution. There is little point in being annoyed over the scratches and dings since I won't be removing the shell to admire the computer all that often, eh?

PFJ30

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Aug 4, 2014 6:08 AM in response to Ecualgeacy

Glad you got a solution - I too have an offending scratch 😟

have you found the case ok re not overheating? i have a big US road-trip coming up

Dec 21, 2016 10:53 AM in response to CBennett2498

I bought the same exact MacBook Pro with the same scratches except my top scratch was next to the black plastic thing on the back.

Good Macbook Pro scratch remover?