What are the procedures for changing car color with film?

[LaKaylee]

The required documents for applying to change the body color of a motor vehicle include: "Motor Vehicle Modification Registration Application Form", identity proofs and copies of the vehicle owner and agent, motor vehicle registration certificate, and motor vehicle license. According to Article 6 of Chapter 2 of the "Road Traffic Safety Law", if the color change area of a motor vehicle does not exceed 30%, no modification registration is required. Conversely, if it exceeds 30%, it must be filed and registered within 10 days after the vehicle color change. Precautions for changing vehicle color with film: Before preparing to change the vehicle color with film, it is necessary to consult the local vehicle management office where the vehicle is registered to confirm whether this method of color change is permitted in the region. If the region does not support this method, the modification cannot be filed, and the film must be completely removed to restore the original vehicle color. Additionally, according to the "Motor Vehicle Registration Regulations", vehicle owners are no longer required to apply to the vehicle management office in advance. They can first change the vehicle color, install body kits, replace the engine, etc., and then apply for modification registration with the vehicle management office. According to Article 10, registered motor vehicles must apply for modification registration with the local vehicle management office under the following circumstances: Change of body color. Replacement of the engine. Replacement of the body or frame. Whole vehicle replacement due to quality issues. Change of use nature, such as commercial vehicles converted to non-commercial use or vice versa. Change of the vehicle owner's residence in or out of the jurisdiction of the vehicle management office. Furthermore, according to Article 15 of the "Road Traffic Safety Law of the People's Republic of China": Police cars, fire trucks, ambulances, and engineering rescue vehicles must be painted with specified patterns and equipped with alarms and signal lights as required. Other motor vehicles are prohibited from using patterns, alarms, or signal lights that are exclusive to or similar to those of the aforementioned vehicles. Article 56 of the "Motor Vehicle Registration Regulations" states that if the body color is changed without completing the required modification registration, the public security traffic management department may issue a warning or impose a fine. The vehicle may also be impounded and required to revert to its original color.

[DelAdelyn]

I just had a color change film applied to my car last year, and the whole process was quite straightforward but had to follow the proper procedures. Before applying the film, you need to decide on the color—special colors like those used for police or fire trucks are not allowed. Within ten days after applying the film, you must visit the vehicle management office for registration. Remember to bring your ID card, vehicle license, and the big green registration book. At the office, first go to the photo area to take pictures of the entire car after the color change. The staff will check if the license plate is obscured or anything like that. Then, fill out a change registration form. Once the inspection is passed, pay a 20-yuan fee, and you’ll get the updated vehicle license with new photos in about half an hour. It’s best to go on a sunny day when there are fewer people to get things done faster. Before registration, avoid washing the car to keep it clean for inspection.

[VanEmily]

Our shop frequently assists customers with color-changing wraps, and the most crucial step is the registration process. You must complete the registration within 10 days after the color change. Remember to bring the original and photocopy of the vehicle owner’s ID card, the vehicle registration certificate, and the driving license. Don’t forget to remove the steering wheel cover and car decorations before going to the DMV, or the inspection might fail. The entire process consists of three steps: first, fill out the forms and submit the materials; then, wait for your number to be called for vehicle inspection and photo-taking; finally, pay the processing fee and collect the new certificate. We recommend going before 9 a.m. to avoid queues. Recently, many cities have also introduced online appointment channels via the "Traffic Management 12123" app, saving time and effort. Special note: if the vehicle’s advertising area exceeds 30%, additional approval procedures are required.

[Steven]

Vehicle color modification indeed requires registration, otherwise it's considered illegal modification. There are four key points: color selection should avoid the color schemes of special vehicles, such as the blue and white stripes of ambulances; the modification must be registered within 10 days after completion; when going to the vehicle management office, bring the owner's ID card, vehicle license, and vehicle registration certificate; during the inspection, there should be no obscured license plates or modified lighting. Nowadays, many young people like to apply gradient films, and it's important to note that the color transition area should not exceed three color systems. The registration fee at the vehicle management office is uniformly 20 yuan nationwide, and the new vehicle license can usually be obtained on the spot. If you hire a modification shop to apply the film, it's best to specify in the contract that it includes the service of handling the registration.

[BellaAnn]

The procedure for applying a color-changing wrap is actually much simpler than repainting. I successfully completed the registration last month: First, visit the vehicle management office within ten days after the color change, bringing your ID card and the vehicle registration certificate. Upon arrival, queue up for the vehicle inspection—remember to remove overly dark window tints beforehand, or you won’t pass. Then, pay ten yuan to take new photos. After receiving the photos, head to the service window, fill out the "Motor Vehicle Change Registration Application Form," and wait for your number. The whole process took me just over forty minutes, with a total fee of twenty yuan. Oh, and make sure to choose a wrap brand that offers an electronic warranty, so you can get a free rewrap if bubbles appear within five years. Once the registration is done, your new license photo will showcase the awesome color-changing effect!

[SophiaLynn]

Vehicle color change registration must meet three core requirements: the color must comply with regulations and not imitate special vehicles, registration must be completed within ten days, and there should be no traces of illegal modifications on the body. The process can be summarized as follows: bring your documents to the DMV to get a number → take photos in the inspection area → submit the change application in the service hall → pay the fee and receive the new certificate. It's important to note that some cities operate on an appointment system, so it's recommended to book in advance via the traffic management app to save time. The fees include a 15 yuan license certificate fee and a 5 yuan photo fee. If there are bubbles or edges lifting on the vehicle wrap, they must be fixed before inspection, otherwise, it will be deemed unqualified. When applying the wrap at a modification shop, it's best to keep the product certificate, as some areas require checking the environmental standards of the wrap material during inspection.