How Long Does Body Repair and Painting Take at a 4S Shop?

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VanChristopher
07/29/25 5:00pm
Depending on the extent of the collision damage, body repair and painting at a 4S shop may take up to a week for large-scale repairs, while painting alone typically takes up to three days. Below is more information about body repair and painting: 1. Body repair and painting is an automotive restoration technique that can restore the damaged parts of a vehicle's exterior to their original condition. Through body repair, the damaged sections can be restored, and specialized paint is applied to make the repaired areas blend seamlessly with the rest of the vehicle. However, after body straightening, there may still be minor imperfections, and even replacing parts may not achieve perfection. To achieve flawless results, in addition to body repair and painting, sculpting techniques are often used to address defects, filling and sanding to restore the vehicle's flatness, wheel angles, and lines, striving to return every part to its original state. 2. Reputable 4S shops and large repair facilities typically offer more meticulous workmanship, usually requiring about a day. Smaller repair shops may be faster and cheaper, but their workmanship may not be as refined.
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