Is Touch-Up Paint Free for New Cars?

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Touch-up paint is not free for new cars within the first year of purchase. Color selection for touch-up paint: When touching up the paint, it's crucial to ensure the paint is properly mixed. Over time, vehicle paint fades, so the touch-up paint must be matched to the current body color. Touch-up based on specific damage conditions: For minor paint damage, such as small dots, you can use a vehicle-specific touch-up pen to apply a small amount. This prevents rust formation and is barely noticeable, avoiding the need for extensive repainting. For fine scratches like those from tree branches or car washing, applying car wax multiple times can usually reduce their visibility. If the vehicle has noticeable scratches or the paint is chipped down to the primer, immediate repair is necessary to prevent rusting of the metal, which could lead to large-scale corrosion and significant damage to the car's surface.