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Angelwax Nemesis Rapid Tar Remover

Rapid solvent tar and glue remover

Angelwax Nemesis Rapid Tar Remover

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Angelwax NEMESIS RAPID TAR REMOVER has been formulated to quickly remove tar from the paint surface of your vehicle.

  • Dissolves stubborn tar spots quickly
  • Re-wets tar so it wipes away
  • Removes glue and adhesive residue
  • Lifts tree sap and bitumen
  • For paintwork, glass, wheels and trim
  • Hydrocarbon-based solvent blend
  • Cuts through road grime and grease
  • Prepares paint for polishing or coating
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Full Description

Angelwax NEMESIS RAPID TAR REMOVER has been formulated to quickly remove tar from the paint surface of your vehicle.

NEMESIS is a blend of hydrocarbons that has been designed to re-wet tar and turn it into a liquid state that will quickly and easily wipe away. This will leave the treated surface free from tar and other contamination.

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Key features

  • Tar Remover
  • Glue Remover
  • Removes Tree Sap
  • Solvent Formula
  • 500ml And 5L

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Expert Notes

Angelwax Nemesis is a hydrocarbon-based solvent remover, offered in 500ml and 5L, that re-wets tar and turns it back into a liquid so it can be wiped away. Angelwax states it also removes adhesive residue, glue marks, tree sap, bitumen, road grime and grease, and lists paintwork, glass, wheels, plastics and exterior trim as suitable surfaces. It belongs in the decontamination stage, after washing and drying and before claying, machine polishing, waxing or ceramic coating. Spray it on, give it a brief dwell, wipe with a clean microfibre and rinse or rewash the area. Pair it with an iron fallout remover, a clay bar or clay mitt and fresh protection afterwards.

Perfect For / Suitable Surfaces

  • Painted bodywork
  • Lower panels behind the wheels
  • Wheels
  • Glass
  • Exterior plastics
  • Exterior trim
  • Badge and sticker residue

Caution: This is a solvent product: never let it dry on the surface, and rinse or rewash each treated area once the tar or glue has gone.

Technical Specifications

Product Type
Tar And Glue Remover
Brand
Angelwax
Use
Decontamination Before Polishing, Waxing Or Coating
Suitable For
Paintwork, Glass, Wheels, Plastics, Exterior Trim
Size
500ml, 5L
Formula
Hydrocarbon Solvent Blend
Application Method
Spray On, Brief Dwell, Wipe With Microfibre, Rinse
Removes
Tar, Bitumen, Adhesive Residue, Glue Marks, Tree Sap, Road Grime, Grease
Surface Preparation
Wash And Dry The Vehicle First

How To Use

Application

  1. Wash and dry the vehicle before applying Nemesis.
  2. Spray Nemesis directly onto the tar spots or adhesive residue.
  3. Allow a brief dwell while the contamination softens, without letting it dry.
  4. Wipe the residue away gently with a clean microfibre cloth.
  5. Reapply to stubborn spots rather than scrubbing hard.

Aftercare

  1. Rinse or rewash the treated area after use.
  2. Check the panel under good light for any remaining spots.
  3. Reapply wax, sealant or coating protection to decontaminated panels.
  4. Wash tar-soiled cloths apart from your paintwork towels.
  5. Store the bottle sealed and upright, away from heat.

Top Tip: Use an older microfibre cloth for tar work, as the residue can be hard to wash out completely.

Performance Benefits

  • Softens tar deposits on contact
  • Wipes away without aggressive scrubbing
  • Lifts road grime and grease
  • Removes bitumen contamination
  • Prepares paint for polishing
  • Works on glass, wheels and trim

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Nemesis remove?

Nemesis removes tar spots, bitumen, adhesive residue, glue marks, tree sap, road grime and grease. It works by re-wetting tar so it turns liquid and wipes away.

Can I use it on glass, wheels and trim?

Yes, Angelwax lists paintwork, glass, wheels, plastics and exterior trim as suitable surfaces. Test a small hidden area first on older or delicate trim.

Will it remove sticker and badge glue?

Yes, Nemesis is designed to remove adhesive residue and glue marks as well as tar. Let it soften the residue briefly, then wipe it away with a microfibre cloth.

How long do I leave it on?

Leave it for a brief dwell while the tar softens, then wipe it away. Angelwax advises not letting the product dry on the surface.

Do I need to wash the car afterwards?

Yes, rinse or rewash the treated area after use. Angelwax also advises washing and drying the vehicle before you apply Nemesis.

Where does it fit in a detail?

Nemesis belongs in the decontamination stage, before machine polishing, waxing or ceramic coating. Use it after washing and drying, and before claying or polishing.

What sizes are available?

Angelwax Nemesis is available here in 500ml and 5L.

HQ Suggests Tips & Insights

  1. Treat tar on a cool, dry panel out of direct sunlight.
  2. Let the product soften the tar rather than scrubbing.
  3. Check behind the wheels and along the sills for tar spots.
  4. Keep a separate cloth for tar so paint towels stay clean.
  5. Work on small areas so the product never dries.
  6. Top up wax or sealant once decontamination is finished.
  7. Decant the 5L into a labelled spray bottle for easier use.
  8. UK-wide delivery from The Drivers HQ, or visit our walk-in store in Ilkeston, Derbyshire.

The Brand

Angelwax

Angelwax is a Scottish car care brand based in Paisley, where it designs, formulates and manufactures all of its products at its own headquarters. The team behind it describes itself as innovators, chemists and perfectionists with more than 25 years in the chemical industry. Its first wax, Formulation #1, launched in 2009, and the range now runs from hand-poured waxes, wash and decontamination products to compounds, interior care and ceramic coatings, which Angelwax only lets accredited installers apply professionally. Its strapline is Heaven Scent, Wicked Finish, and scent runs through the range, from the chocolate fragrance of Dark Angel to Bilberry.

At The Drivers HQ we stock Angelwax online with UK delivery and in our Ilkeston shop. Popular choices include Dark Angel, Formulation #1 and Bilberry Wheel Cleaner.

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Angelwax AnGEL interior dressing, Luminosity Matte QED spray and Luminosity matte wax tin on a black display plinth

Angelwax waxes, polishes and protection

Waxes. Formulation #1 is a hand-poured carnauba wax of natural waxes and oils that needs only a thin coat, rated by Angelwax at up to six months. Dark Angel is made for black and dark paint: it enriches dark tones, helps hide light swirls and wash marks, and carries a chocolate scent. The Fifth Element is a high endurance show wax of four natural waxes and passion fruit oil, and Luminosity Matte Wax protects matte, satin and wrapped finishes without adding gloss, kept clean between washes with Luminosity QED.

Polishing. Resurrection is the heavy cut compound, rated to remove sanding marks up to 1,500 grade, Regenerate is the medium cut swirl remover, and Redemption is the ultra fine finishing polish that takes out holograms and P3000 sanding marks. By hand, Perfect Polish is a pre-wax cleanser with ultra fine abrasives, and Stripped-Ease removes old wax, sealant and polishing oils before fresh protection.

Glass and quick protection. H2GO is a glass rain repellent that Angelwax says makes rain bead off from as low as 20mph, applied after cleaning with Vision, a fast flashing glass cleaner that is safe on tinted windows. QED is the quick detailer for gloss between washes, and Alchemy is a metal polish for exhaust tips, chrome, aluminium and stainless steel.

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Angelwax wash, wheels and interior care

Wash and decontamination. Cleanliness is a water based, solvent free citrus pre-wash made in Angelwax's UK laboratory, safe on waxes, sealants and ceramic coatings. FastFoam is a thick snow foam for the lance, and Superior Automotive Shampoo is a concentrated, pH neutral shampoo that leaves protection in place. Blue Rinse is a wax infused rinse aid for the clean, wet car, diluted up to 5:1, that makes water sheet off for faster drying. Revenge softens insect remains, Nemesis dissolves tar, glue and sap, and the Cleanse clay bar lifts bonded fallout, used with Uber-Lube.

Wheels. Bilberry is a non-acidic wheel cleaner, ready to use or as a concentrate, safe on painted, lacquered and powder coated wheels. Bilberry Wheel Wax then adds a barrier that slows brake dust build-up, and the same fruity scent comes as the Bilberry air freshener.

Interior and soft tops. AnGel is a water based, silicone free dressing with UV protection that leaves interior plastics matte and non greasy. Absolution cleans seats, carpets and mats, and Heaven for Leather is a pH neutral leather cleaner that keeps the factory matte finish. For convertibles, Excelsior cleans canvas, mohair, cloth and vinyl roofs, and Shield leaves an invisible barrier that repels water and stains on roofs and fabrics. Clarity is a super concentrated screenwash that can be used neat as a de-icer.

Kit. The Brush-Up set of five bristle brushes reaches badges, vents and wheel nuts, and the padded Detailing Bag has a rigid base for carrying waxes and bottles.

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