What procedures are required to change the color of a car?
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The procedures required to change the color of a car include: color change application, vehicle model information, motor vehicle registration certificate, vehicle license, original and copy of the owner's ID card. Not all cars are allowed to change color, only domestic cars can, imported cars are prohibited from changing color. The paint color must not be the same as that of special vehicles, and the appearance must not be equipped with modified parts. It is important to go to a car beauty and maintenance enterprise that meets national qualifications for color change, only in this way can it pass the verification. Pay off the fines before changing the color of the vehicle. Because the registration procedure for changing the body color requires changing the original vehicle registration information and replacing the original vehicle license, it is equivalent to registering a new car again.
When I first changed my car to metallic blue, the paperwork went smoothly but required careful attention. The first thing after the color change was heading straight to the DMV, bringing my ID card, vehicle license, vehicle registration certificate, and the color change proof provided by the modification shop. Filling out an application form, I had to specify the new color name accurately—no made-up names, or it wouldn’t pass inspection. My fee was 65 yuan, and they took photos to verify the color on the same day. A week later, the new vehicle license arrived by mail. The whole process took about ten days—not complicated, but key steps like photo-taking or inspection couldn’t be skipped, or else getting caught by traffic police could mean a fine of 200-300 yuan at the very least. I also added a tip: book an appointment on the DMV website in advance to avoid long waits on-site, ensuring a hassle-free modification experience. In short, following the proper procedure ensures peace of mind when driving your newly colored car around.
