Thanks for posting pics.
I see the peeling clear coat.
I presume the tree sap is mixed in there as well?
If this was my car, here is what I would do:
1) Wash the heck out of her using Dawn dish detergent.
2) I'd see what a clay bar does, if anything.
3) I'd borrow, buy, or rent a random orbital buffer.
A GOOD one. Not a some crappy thing from Autozone or Wal-Mart.
If you were closer, I'd gladly help you tackle this.
I have everything we'd need.
4) I'd start buffing with the most abrasive polish, see what
happens, and go to the finer polishes.
My particular brand has four grades of polish.
5) I believe that an orbital polisher will take the rest of
your clear coat off.
6) Since this is older / damaged paint, I'd go with a good
paint sealant. It'll hide a lot of small scratches and imperfections
in the paint, and seal it.
7) Finally, I would use a good quality wax, and give her at
least 2-3 coats of it.
This just my .02.
Wanna come up to Salem some time?
I am formally inviting you to Casa de RoadMonster. :smile:
I'd love to help you restore the paint on your beautiful classic!
HTH.