Thank you! I joined because my poor Toyota Echo used to be a rental car. If you saw it, you would either cry or be really excited for the challenge. I don't think there is an inch of paint left unswirled, scratches are everywhere along with little shopping cart dents. A little touch up paint and the big scratches aren't as much of a problem, but it is just in such rough shape.

I wash and wax it myself, and bought some polish from turtle wax that is supposed to get rid of swirls but turned out to be a joke. I wish I had found this subreddit before buying supplies! Thanks for the suggestions.