Is the Car Paint the Same After Repainting?

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No, repainted areas lack the electrocoating layer, consisting only of touch-up paint and clear coat layers, which may lead to color discrepancies and severe paint aging over time. Here are the detailed explanations: 1. Original Factory Paint: Comprises four layers - electrocoating, primer, basecoat, and clear coat. The electrocoating layer directly bonds to the metal body for corrosion protection. The primer, applied over the electrocoating, safeguards it while enhancing rust resistance and providing better adhesion for outer layers. The basecoat determines the visible vehicle color, with primer quality directly affecting its adhesion. The outermost clear coat primarily protects the basecoat, increases hardness, prevents minor scratches, and offers some corrosion resistance. 2. Repair Paint: Automotive repair paint differs from factory-applied paint. For instance, white paint tends to yellow with age, though the degree varies across paint types.