What procedures are required to change the color of a car?
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Changing the color of a car requires applying for a modification registration. Below are the specific details regarding color changes for vehicles: 1. Permitted color changes: Modifications can be made to the body color, engine, fuel type, and frame number. However, there are three colors reserved for special vehicles and cannot be used. Red is designated for firefighting, yellow for engineering rescue, and white with blue at the bottom for national administrative law enforcement. Changes to the body, frame, or engine are only permitted if they are damaged beyond repair or have quality issues. When applying for modifications, proof from a repair shop and documentation of the origin of the replacement engine, body, or frame must be provided. 2. Required materials: To apply for a body color change, the vehicle owner must visit the local vehicle management office to fill out the "Motor Vehicle Modification Registration Application Form" and submit the necessary legal documents and proofs, including: the identity proof of the vehicle owner before and after the modification; the vehicle registration certificate; and the vehicle license.
As a veteran driver with decades of experience, I must emphasize the importance of proper procedures when changing vehicle body color. The first step is to apply for modification registration at the local vehicle management office, bringing your ID card, vehicle registration certificate, and driving license—don't forget to prepare copies. The office will then arrange an exterior inspection, primarily taking photos to confirm color consistency and ensure it's not an illegal modification like random graffiti over the original factory color. After waiting a day or two and paying a small fee, you'll receive a new driving license. Never cut corners by modifying without approval—getting caught by traffic police counts as illegal modification with fines and penalty points. Personally, I recommend carefully selecting colors beforehand, avoiding overly flashy reflective paints that might fail inspection. Finally, update your insurance policy to ensure coverage includes the modifications, preventing disputes in case of accidents. The process is straightforward but requires attention—it typically takes three to four days to complete everything properly.
