It’s important to have realistic expectations with repainting or paint repair. If you want to paint over damage without fixing it properly, a fresh coat of shiny paint can actually highlight problem areas.

For the best results, DTL body repairs  would first remove the old paint on the car and fix any damage that is present. Damage can include:

Scratches,

Gouges,

Dents,

Pits,

Rust spots,

Vandal Damage 

Prices for car painting depend on a few different factors – mainly prep work required, the number of parts and panels to be painted, and the quality of the painted used. When you request an estimate from DTL for a car painting, ask us to put the included surface prep measures in writing. You will want to assure that damage will be repaired or minimized before getting repainted and know exactly which parts will be painted. This may include bumpers, the inside edge of the car door or under the bonnet. Be sure that the estimate also includes a final clear coat for a long-lasting paint job.

Having your car repainted is an investment in many ways. Not only will you treat yourself to a vehicle with a like-new finish, you will add to its residual or resale value. By investing in repainting, you can get a higher trade-in value for an older vehicle. You can also raise your asking price when selling a used car directly to a buyer. But, for cars more than 10 years old, you should consider if the improved trade-in value will outweigh the price of repainting the car.

A functional older vehicle can be transformed with a coat of fresh paint. Just make sure that it will be a valuable investment. If the car isn’t in good condition otherwise, repainting it may turn out to be more expensive than the car is worth on resale.