What is the process for filing a vehicle color change?
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After changing the color of the vehicle, the owner or their agent should bring the required documents and invoices, including the vehicle registration certificate, driving license, and personal ID. Then, drive the color-changed vehicle to the vehicle management office to complete the filing procedure for the color change. The relevant information is as follows: 1. Introduction: Generally, car owners who change their vehicle's color tend to choose more unique colors rather than conventional ones (such as silver, white, black, etc.). If the owner chooses a color that is too "non-mainstream," the vehicle management office may reject the change application. Therefore, not all color combinations are allowed. The changed body color and patterns must not be identical or similar to those of statutory vehicles such as police cars, ambulances, fire trucks, and engineering rescue vehicles. 2. Note: After changing the body color, the vehicle owner must apply for a change registration at the vehicle management office within ten days. It is recommended that owners who need to complete the change procedure choose a weekday, prepare the necessary documents, and go to the vehicle management office to process the application.
Last year, I had my car repainted, and the registration process went quite smoothly. First, I went to a paint shop to get a new coat, ensuring the color complied with national standards. Then, I took my original ID card and a copy, the vehicle registration certificate (the big green book), and the vehicle license, and headed straight to the DMV. At the counter, I took a number and filled out a form—the vehicle color change application—which was straightforward. After my number was called, the staff inspected the car on-site, took photos, and verified that the color matched the documents. Next, I paid a fee of about 50 yuan for the processing cost and received the new vehicle license on the spot. The whole process took two to three hours, so I recommend going in the morning when it’s less crowded. Registering the color change is a legal requirement to avoid a 200-yuan fine for late registration and to ensure a smooth inspection. It’s safest to complete the process within 10 days after the repaint.
