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What are the procedures for changing a car's color?

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LaCody
07/25/25 1:42am

The procedures for changing a car's color are: 1. Make an appointment with the vehicle management office in advance for the application time, then drive to the office during the scheduled time slot; 2. Pay any outstanding fines before the color change, bring the original and copy of the vehicle owner's ID card, the original vehicle registration certificate, and the original vehicle license, and obtain the vehicle modification registration application form at the guidance counter; 3. If the application meets the regulations, the applicant can receive an approval notice for the color change; 4. After the color change, the vehicle owner must bring the required documents and invoice, drive the repainted car back to the vehicle management office to complete the inspection process. The staff will then update the new body color in the system, take new photos, and complete the modification registration procedures.

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VonValeria
08/11/25 11:24am

I'm quite experienced in car color changes. Last year, I changed the color of my own car and remembered the entire process clearly. The first step is to choose a color scheme, whether it's wrapping or painting, but make sure to go to a qualified shop to avoid quality issues. After completion, bring the vehicle registration certificate, driving license, ID card, and the color change invoice or proof, and head straight to the DMV. The staff there will check if the color complies with regulations, such as not being too bright or imitating police cars, then take new photos to update the documents, which may cost around 50 to 100 yuan. The key is to complete the procedures before driving on the road, otherwise, the traffic police may fine you over 200 yuan. Extra tip: After the color change, maintenance is crucial—wash the car frequently to prevent fading. I chose a metallic gray, which even boosted the car's value a bit. The whole process took half a day and was quite hassle-free.

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SanLeilani
09/27/25 2:05am

Changing the car's color is pretty cool. I just switched mine from red to blue a few days ago, and the process was simpler than expected. After the color change, make sure to gather all the necessary documents: the vehicle registration, ID card, and color change certificate, then drive to the DMV to apply for the modification registration. They'll check if the color is legal, take new photos for the updated registration, and it's done after paying a small fee. Here's a fun story: my lazy friend didn't bother to do it and got fined when stopped on the road. By the way, color-changing wraps are even better—easy to remove without damaging the original paint. Costs start from a couple thousand, but the novelty is totally worth it. Remember to go during the DMV's working hours to avoid a wasted trip.

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Emmanuel
11/10/25 4:04am

Vehicle color modification requires formal change procedures. After the modification, bring the registration certificate, ID card, and color change proof to the DMV for registration. Staff will review if the color complies with regulations, take photos to update documents, and charge approximately 50 yuan for the change fee. Following standard procedures can prevent fines, and using a wrap is recommended to avoid damaging the original paint. The process takes about half a day, ensuring worry-free driving.

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