Arrrrrgghh!! My New Car!!

[AussieAV]

Apologise for the double post, but I'm desperate for some feedback, and thought this area might be seen by more people than the "panel and paint" section where it is also posted.
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Went to the dealer today to pick up my new FG XR6 50th Anniversary and there was a blemish in the paint. A stain on the roof about the size of a 20 cent peice just above the driver's door. The car is Sunburst in colour, and the best way to describe it is like a darkened patch, like someone spilled coffee or something. It is definitely within the paitwork, below the clear coat.

Dealer initially said to get it fixed at first service, but I said I would not take delivery until rectified to my satisfaction. Figured they'd be more inclined to keep me happy before they get my money, rather than after.

My question is, to those of you who know panel and paint, is can this be resolved to "as good as factory" condition, or is the paintwork on this car going to be permanently compromised? They seemed to indicate that the paint will need to be sanded back and redone in the area of the blemish. Bare in mind that this is a colour that appears metallic, and looks very different in sunlight compared to shade.

I guess my only other alternative is to dig my heals in and demand another new car, but as I had ordered the factory full size spare option, this could mean a lenghthy wait. I also imagine that the dealership won't exactly be pleased with this idea, as vehicle is already registered with my new personal plates, so could end up in a battle with them as well.

Help please, any advise will be much appreciated!