[reldridge]

I'd personally try some Meguiar's ScratchX on the bird poop and scratches. It has some micro-abrasives so it won't harm paint, but will remove some contaminants. It's not so much of a rubbing compound as a mildly aggressive polish. I've used it with quite a bit of success on my in-laws car before. It's pretty simple to use, and almost impossible to screw up if you follow the instructions. Rub on, work in, polish off.

What color is the car? Do you have any pictures of the damage?

Ryan