Repainting the Nose / Bumper
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Melting Slicks
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Repainting the Nose / Bumper
Hey Guys,
I have a Torch Red 02 - and Im starting to see more than a few paint chips and I bought it with a minor scuff under the license plate (previous owner must have rubbed a curb). I need to get it done perfectly, cause I show my C5 constantly...
I just got a quote for $1,000 to remove and repaint it at my local shop.
Is that quote fair?
I have a Torch Red 02 - and Im starting to see more than a few paint chips and I bought it with a minor scuff under the license plate (previous owner must have rubbed a curb). I need to get it done perfectly, cause I show my C5 constantly...
I just got a quote for $1,000 to remove and repaint it at my local shop.
Is that quote fair?
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IMO, that's about double what it should cost. On one of the C5s I owned, I had the front fascia removed, a small tear repaired, painted and reinstalled by a local shop here and the cost was right at $500. Job was perfect.
That said, the price could vary depending on what the hourly labor rates are in your area.
That said, the price could vary depending on what the hourly labor rates are in your area.
Melting Slicks
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I believe that is about right in today's prices. I got a quote a couple years ago for the front bumper for $800.00.
I elected to paint it myself and the paint and materials cost me almost $200.00. Stripping and repairing any imperfections will be where most of the cost will be. IMHO
I elected to paint it myself and the paint and materials cost me almost $200.00. Stripping and repairing any imperfections will be where most of the cost will be. IMHO
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From: Portland OR
My quote was $1400, but that included body work (slightly mushed by the logo), repainting hood and nose and possibly fenders to match? I'll have to look again, it hasn't gone in to the shop yet, but it will soon.
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