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Hello everyone, I was lucky enough to acquire the Tamiya 58257 Lancer Evolution VI WRC (TB-01) kit, complete with the H parts, chassis and decals. But unfortunately, the original owner who painted the body is beginning to crack and break off. Surprisingly, the outside of the body remains in excellent condition, except for the paint. So I’m here to ask about a safe method to remove the paint without damaging the body. (Unless you actually have a spare body of the Lancer Evo VI) Thank you!

You are  lucky to have a so easy removable paint. You can ply softly the body to begin . And after, the best way is glanzer imo. And before the glanzer,  you can grit the paint with a wood palet. I had the same issue with my m3 e30 body from a tt01.  The first owner could have use automotive spray can wich didn't stick like I did on the e30 .

This has all the hallmarks of a paint job using "regular" spray paint and not paint made for polycarbonate. I have had excellent luck just gently twisting the body while getting compressed air under the compromised areas. Breaks off and blows out easily but makes a mess, a job best done outdoors. LOL 

Carson Paint Killer is the most safe way!
Nitro fuel works as long as it's not fuel proof paint. Tamiya paint is fuel proof.

But for god sake do NOT use Tamiya 87183 Paint Remover! I just ruined a vintage Dyna Storm body using that stuff.

I've always used 87118 Polycarbonate Body Cleaner.  Works great on PS paints and doesn't damage the body.