I had a black f150 for a few years and had cat paw prints all over the hood when it was cold out. I never saw claw marks.... I highly doubt a cats claws could scratch the clear coat they have really fine claws unlike a dog... Dirt on a cats paws however is another story. I purchased a 10/22 with a laser and red dot site with the flash light attachment good bye kitties!----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
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