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Car Body Painting: How to Tell the Difference Between Cheap and Quality Work

How to know if your car’s paint job was done professionally

Mariogarage SAS

1. Why It Matters

Car body paint is not just about color. It's about:

  • Protection from corrosion

  • Preserving resale value

  • A clean look and respect for the vehicle

Bad news: 70% of "cheap paint jobs" lose their finish within 3 months.

2. What Is a "Cheap Paint Job"?

  • Parts are not removed — everything is painted as-is

  • Surface is not properly prepped (no sanding, no primer)

  • Low-grade car paint with no UV protection

  • No proper drying time between coats

Result: orange peel texture, drips, cracks, peeling, wrong color.

3. Signs of a Quality Paint Job

  • Panels are removed before painting

  • Surface is carefully sanded, primed, and degreased

  • Color matched via spectrophotometer or VIN

  • Done in a professional spray booth with controlled drying

  • Clearcoat with UV protection is applied to prevent fading

4. How We Do It at Mario Garage (Cagnes-sur-Mer)

  • Painting is done in a professional booth

  • We work with BMW, Mercedes, Audi, Porsche, and more

  • Premium paints only (Spies Hecker, Standox)

  • Parts are disassembled for better results

  • Color is matched manually and digitally

  • Final polishing for gloss and depth

5. Common Issues We Fix

  • Drips and runs after garage paint jobs

  • Mismatched panels

  • Clearcoat peeling or cracking within weeks

We always do "before/after" photos — proof matters.

6. Client Tips Before Repainting

  • Avoid "cheapest paint offers" — they cost more in the long run

  • Ask: is it done in a booth? Are parts removed or masked?

  • Ask to see photos of previous work — that's your best clue

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a full car paint job cost?
It depends on the car model, paint type, and work required. We offer free on-site estimates.

Do you offer partial or full paint services?
Both. Partial for minor damage, full respray when needed.

Do you offer painting in Cagnes-sur-Mer?
Yes — Mario Garage is based in Cagnes-sur-Mer, near Nice and Antibes.

Conclusion

Bodywork repair is not just "a quick paint job and done." High-quality painting requires proper preparation and professional equipment.
If you want to see how we do painting at Mario Garage — click here.

https://mariogarage.fr/en/carrosserie-et-peinture

At Mario Garage, we don’t just paint — we restore.
If you value color precision, durability, and finish — trust a team that respects your car.
Car body painting in Cagnes-sur-Mer — Mario Garage.

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Address 105 Chemin du Val de Cagnes 06800 Cagnes-sur-Mer

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