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Tuesday, January 17, 2012
Would it been less expensive to repaint the front of the vehicle” than install a clear bra?
Many vehicle owners believe the cost of a repainted bumper or hood/fenders/mirrors is less than the installation of a clear bra. This is just not true and still be able to maintain the original vehicle look and fit. Let me address two scenarios:
1. You may save some money if you repaint the bumper/hood while the parts are still on the vehicle vs removing them to get a professional respray. However, this is not the recommended method of repaint and many body shops will not warranty this type of work. The paint will not hold up as well since the prep and respray does not cover the complete part (edges, hidden painted sections, etc.). Upon inspection many would know the vehicle was repainted and leave a prospective buyer weary, not knowing if the vehicle was in an accident or just repainted and if so why was it repainted. Many owners, depending on the vehicle, will bypass the insurance company and repaint a vehicle out of pocket so no one will know the vehicle was repainted or possibly even repaired AND the work will not show up on a Car Fax report.
2. You will not save any money for a professional repaint which includes removal of parts to be prepared, sprayed and reinstalled. You will need to drop your vehicle off for 3 to 5 days and address any other issues which may arise. Many owners will bypass the insurance company and repaint a vehicle out of pocket so no one will know the vehicle was repainted or possibly even repaired AND the work will not show up on a Car Fax report... Do you want to purchase your next used vehicle knowing it was repainted or would you continue looking for one you know was NOT repainted – for whatever reason?
Protect your vehicle with paint protection film and let your potential buyer know you care and protect your vehicle. And as a bonus you can ask top money! It's a win win for you you and the potential car buyer.
2. You will not save any money for a professional repaint which includes removal of parts to be prepared, sprayed and reinstalled. You will need to drop your vehicle off for 3 to 5 days and address any other issues which may arise. Many owners will bypass the insurance company and repaint a vehicle out of pocket so no one will know the vehicle was repainted or possibly even repaired AND the work will not show up on a Car Fax report... Do you want to purchase your next used vehicle knowing it was repainted or would you continue looking for one you know was NOT repainted – for whatever reason?
Protect your vehicle with paint protection film and let your potential buyer know you care and protect your vehicle. And as a bonus you can ask top money! It's a win win for you you and the potential car buyer.
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