Is the Color Change Registration for Used Cars Troublesome?
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Not troublesome. According to relevant regulations, the owner of a motor vehicle must apply for a change of registration with the traffic management department of the public security authority where the vehicle is registered. If the proportion of the vehicle's color change area does not exceed 30%, no vehicle change registration is required. However, if the color change area exceeds 30%, it must be filed with the vehicle management office. In simple terms, a full-body color change film requires the owner to complete the change registration at the local vehicle management office within ten days after the color change. Below is additional information: Steps for color change: If the vehicle in question has any violations, they must be resolved before the change registration can be processed. Then, the owner or agent must bring the original and photocopy of their identity proof, the motor vehicle registration certificate, the motor vehicle driving license, and other required documents to the vehicle management office. They must fill out the "Motor Vehicle Change Registration Application Form" and submit the application. If the application complies with the regulations, the applicant will receive a "Notice of Approval for Change."
I just completed the color change registration for my used car, and it was actually simpler than I expected. The process involves changing the car's color first, then within ten days, driving to the DMV with your ID, vehicle registration certificate, and driving license. Remember to wash the car before driving it to the inspection area, where the police will verify the color and VIN. After filling out the application form and paying a ten-yuan processing fee, you can get the new driving license on the spot. The most troublesome part was that the modification shop didn’t provide an invoice for the wrap, and getting a replacement invoice delayed me by two days. Avoid changing to special vehicle colors like fire engine red or engineering yellow, and some places won’t approve matte or color-shifting wraps. Overall, it only takes two trips to get it done, much simpler than registering a new car.
Second-hand color change registration? I'm familiar with that! I helped a friend with this recently. There are three key points: you must register within ten days after the color change, or you'll be fined 200 yuan; now you can make an appointment in advance on the 12123 APP to avoid queuing; color change film is more convenient than spray painting, and you can change it back after removing it. But remember not to use chrome or reflective materials, as the vehicle management office's computer test will get stuck on the reflectivity. The cost depends on the region. In my area, taking new license photos and replacing the license cost 65 yuan in total. Some modification shops offer registration services, charging an extra 300 yuan but saving you the hassle.
