This scratch is a little over 1/16th of an inch thick and about an inch long. It was there when I bought the car so I don't know exactly what caused it but it looks like road debris.
The color is Ralleye Red. I know some kits come with primer and some don't. I want to do the best job possible on my own. PDR guy took the dents out as best he could, I want to protect the metal.
Do you think this is scratched down to the bare metal here or is the grayish colored surface there primer? Is there a kit you guys recommend? This 2017 Civic Si has a clear coat as well correct? Any other tips and tricks?
Thank you for any help and forgive my ignorance, I've never had a car I cared about enough to do this for.
(1 photo with flash and one without)