What is the difference between painting at a 4S shop and an ordinary repair shop?
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The difference between car painting at a 4S shop and an ordinary repair shop is that 4S shops are equipped with more advanced facilities and have greater advantages in paint mixing and color matching. The following is a relevant introduction to vehicle painting: 1. Price: Compared to roadside repair shops, 4S shops have better equipment and more skilled technicians, so the price for painting at a 4S shop is higher, often double that of a repair shop. 2. Choice of painting location: Repair shops are generally classified into first-class, second-class, and small roadside repair shops. If car owners choose a more established repair shop, the painting effect will be more guaranteed.
When it comes to the difference between 4S shop painting and ordinary repair shops, I've been pondering it for years. As brand-authorized outlets, 4S shops use original equipment and paint, with color matching as precise as when the car left the factory. Their technicians undergo strict training, and the entire process is standardized—applying a primer layer followed by a topcoat to ensure even coverage without bubbles. They typically guarantee the paint won't fade for two to three years, but the trade-off is higher costs, often running into thousands, plus a wait of several days. Ordinary repair shops, on the other hand, are more budget-friendly, getting the job done for a few hundred bucks. The owner might have decades of experience, but they often use non-original paint, which can sometimes lead to noticeable color mismatches. Last time my neighbor got his car painted at a small shop, the color looked off in sunlight and had to be redone. Overall, for new cars or those seeking perfection, 4S shops offer peace of mind but burn a hole in your wallet; for older cars or tight budgets, repair shops are riskier but more flexible.
