Is it necessary to declare the change from black to matte black for a car?
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Changing the car color from black to matte black requires declaration, and it must be reported to the vehicle management office within 10 working days. According to the motor vehicle registration regulations, the owner of a motor vehicle who changes the body color must apply for a modification registration at the vehicle management office where the vehicle is registered. The following documents are required for applying to change the body color of a motor vehicle: the motor vehicle modification registration application form, the identity certificates of the motor vehicle owner and the agent, the motor vehicle registration certificate, and the motor vehicle license. The motor vehicle owner or agent must submit the documents and present the vehicle for inspection within ten days after the modification is approved: the modification approval notice, the motor vehicle modification registration application form, the identity certificates of the motor vehicle owner and the agent, the motor vehicle registration certificate, and the motor vehicle license. If the body color of the motor vehicle is changed, two standard photos of the modified motor vehicle must also be submitted.
I have a deep personal understanding when it comes to modifying my own vehicle. Even changing the color from standard black to matte black requires declaration because the change in surface gloss affects the vehicle's exterior recognition. According to the regulations of China's vehicle management offices, any color change must be registered and filed within ten days. Otherwise, the vehicle may fail the annual inspection, and there's a risk of fines if stopped by traffic police during driving. Matte black is indeed cool, with low reflectivity showcasing personality, but making changes without declaration, like my friend who was fined 500 RMB and faced delays in insurance processing, is not worth it. The declaration process is simple: bring your vehicle license, ID card to the vehicle management office, fill out an application form, submit along with vehicle photos, and it’s usually done within half a day. If you like the matte effect, why risk significant loss for minor gains? Handle it early for peace of mind.
