Born in the USA, Meguiar’s high-quality cleaning kit is making inroads over here, and we were certainly impressed with the Scratch X Fine Scratch and Swirl Remover’s performance. The directions explained that the paste could be used for clearcoat as well as coloured marks, suggesting it was less fierce than some products. And in practice, it was: light pressure removed most of the blemishes, and only a little extra effort got right down to the others, leaving a pleasing shine. Its price was the sole drawback, so Scratch X earns our Recommended award.