What does it mean to repaint one panel?

[OJake]

One panel does not refer to the front, rear, left, or right side as a whole, but rather to a section. If the damage is on the same component, it counts as one panel. For example, on the left side of the car body, if the paint damage is on one door, the entire door will be repainted. If the damage spans two doors, both entire doors will need to be repainted, and there should be no visible repainting seams at the joint between the two panels. Methods for removing black spots on white cars are as follows: Tar: If the black spots are tar attached to the car paint, they can be cleaned using a tar remover. Remember to wear gloves when using a tar remover. Bird droppings and other impurities: If you frequently park under trees, your car will inevitably be exposed to bird droppings or tree sap. If the black spots are caused by substances like bird droppings, they can be soaked with car wash soap or glass cleaner and easily removed once softened. Iron particles: If the black spots on the white car paint are densely packed iron particles, the above cleaning agents will not work. Instead, only specialized clay bars or detailing cloths can be used to slowly polish and remove them after washing the car body.

[IsabelleAnn]

Having worked in auto repair shops for decades, the term 'repainting a panel' sounds quite professional, but it's actually quite simple. It refers to repainting an entire individual part of the car, such as a door or bumper, when there are scratches or paint chips. For example, a car door counts as one panel. If you scrape it against a tree and leave a mark, our technicians will sand it smooth, apply new paint, and then bake it dry to make it shiny. It's not expensive—usually a few hundred yuan per panel—but the cost depends on the car and the quality of the paint, as good paint is less prone to fading. After repainting, be careful not to wash the car too soon to avoid affecting the finish. Why repair by panel? To save money and effort, of course. There's no need to repaint the whole car unless it's a major accident.

[MadelynLynn]

Hey buddy, last time my car's rear got hit, I asked the repair shop what 'painting one panel' means. The boss smiled and said it refers to repairing and repainting a single section of the car, like the hood or fender. For example, if there are a few scratches on the hood, they'll handle that specific area: first remove the old paint, fill with putty to level it, spray primer and color paint, then apply clear coat and bake it dry. The whole process can be done in a few days with minimal impact, but color matching is crucial to avoid mismatches with the rest of the body. My car's a Hyundai, and it cost about 800 RMB per panel, which is reasonable. For daily drivers, it's best to fix minor issues early to prevent rust from spreading. Actually, it's quite common—don't overthink it.

[VonVera]

My car has been driven for five years, and the rear door often gets scratched by the kids. When repairing it, the technician explained that painting one panel refers to refinishing a complete surface of the car body, such as repainting the rear door panel. The process includes assessing the damage, sanding off the old paint, and applying new paint followed by baking. The key point is that the new paint must match the original color; otherwise, the car body may appear patchy. I care about both aesthetics and durability because minor scratches, if left unrepaired, can rust, affecting safety and resale value. The cost ranges between 500 and 1500, depending on the car. It's recommended to choose a reputable shop to avoid issues like fading later on. This term sounds fancy, but it's essentially a subdivided repair unit to help car owners manage expenses.