RickOKC, you may be able to remove those scuffs more easily than you think. A low speed orbital buffer with a sponge pad and some good clearcoat polish can sometimes work wonders.

I've met a lot of people who believe that only high speed buffers will make any difference, but are afraid to use them for fear of burning through their paint, but in my experience, a slow speed orbital can be sufficient.

And for removing wax on taillight lenses, around trim, decals, emblems, etc, I've found that a hard bristle toothbrush is also good. I'd never heard of using Silly Putty.

Another trick I can think of is for cleaning glass. Windex and black and white printed newspaper works very well.