2008 Paint Problems
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2008 Paint Problems
I have a black '08 coupe. I have found some 6 to 8 paint blemishes. They are circular in shape and under the clearcoat. They can only be seen when the light hits them right but they are there. I ahve found them on the area behind the removable top, just above the fuel door, and on the right rear quarter panel. Was curious if anyone else has seen any issues. A flourescent light works well to see the blems too. Right now I have a dilema as well. The dealer is aware of the problem and keeps telling me GM wants my complete satisfaction. I do not think I will ever be satisfied with a repaired paintjob. Any thoughts or advice if greatly appreciated. FYI car was delivered at the end of August.
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I have a 08 black coupe. I to have paint problems. I also had paint problems on my 05 coupe, my 03 coupe, my 79 coupe and my 77 coupe. Corvettes and bad factory paint jobs are a matter of fact. I guess at this price point it's impossible to get a good factory paint job. 
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Paint problem
I have a Black 08 also and the rear quarter pannel around the trunk lit has gray area about 4X6 area. Took to the dealership they said they would repaint the quarter pannel.. I am wondering if that is a good idea since it would not be the same after a year or so. Advice???
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There really isn't a good reason to get a poor paint job. 
For the price GM charges, you should get a great paint job. Some talk like $60,000.00 for a car is cheap. No, you should get a good paint job! I'm not saying your going to get a good one but we can always hope.
Just my opinion.
For the price GM charges, you should get a great paint job. Some talk like $60,000.00 for a car is cheap. No, you should get a good paint job! I'm not saying your going to get a good one but we can always hope.
Just my opinion.
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what problems are you having?
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I have a Black 08 also and the rear quarter pannel around the trunk lit has gray area about 4X6 area. Took to the dealership they said they would repaint the quarter pannel.. I am wondering if that is a good idea since it would not be the same after a year or so. Advice???
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Get the local GM rep involved. Dont settle for the local bodyshop.
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My educated opinion says you should just live with it. If you take it to the dealer there is a good chance that you will be even more unsatisfied when they swirl your entire car trying to fix the limited issues you have now. It's a black car. They take a LOT of work to keep them looking good. No big deal, just live with it. Chances are you are the only one who will notice other than someone else who is just as particular.
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My educated opinion says you should just live with it. If you take it to the dealer there is a good chance that you will be even more unsatisfied when they swirl your entire car trying to fix the limited issues you have now. It's a black car. They take a LOT of work to keep them looking good. No big deal, just live with it. Chances are you are the only one who will notice other than someone else who is just as particular.
As for paint quality, I doubt it is only GM. I know it isn't much of a excuse, but that is just how it is....
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St. Jude Donor '08
If any one gets a new car from GM because of some paint blemishes it would be a miracle.....my car isn't perfect either, I just live with it....I can't see the paint from behind the wheel and no one ever inspects the car real close anyways....they just look at it, say "beautiful car", and are on their way.....
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From: Amelia Island,FL ______ or DFW _________ Sold my 05 MS Coupe ____ bought 08 Vert Blk/JSB, 3LT, F55
My educated opinion says you should just live with it. If you take it to the dealer there is a good chance that you will be even more unsatisfied when they swirl your entire car trying to fix the limited issues you have now. It's a black car. They take a LOT of work to keep them looking good. No big deal, just live with it. Chances are you are the only one who will notice other than someone else who is just as particular.
I agree.............Go drive it and enjoy .......
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My educated opinion says you should just live with it. If you take it to the dealer there is a good chance that you will be even more unsatisfied when they swirl your entire car trying to fix the limited issues you have now. It's a black car. They take a LOT of work to keep them looking good. No big deal, just live with it. Chances are you are the only one who will notice other than someone else who is just as particular.
They get 3 chances to fix it. If not they MUST buy the car back
I wont settle for inferior paint. Why should i?
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St. Jude Donor '07
Once you drive the car off the lot it is yours. For all anyone know you could have already had the car repainted.
Just my .02.
I do feel for you but I don't think you will get anywhere. IF they are willing to repaint it for free, you must now decided if you want it repainted.
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From: Norman OK
Dude, you bought a CORVETTE not a Lamborghini or Bentley. To get that impeccable and perfect pant job finish with no orange peel etc, you're going to have to spend more than 50k or get the paint wet sanded. High end cars are sanded and polished in the factory. Mass manufacturers (GM, Honda, Toyota) dont do it because it costs too much. If they did do it, you would be paying more for it than you did. They also use cheaper quality paint to keep the price down, otherwise you would be paying a lot more for a corvette. So you really arent entitled to that ultra luxury perfect paint finish, because your money only bought you standard paint. Sorry to break it to you..... Just live with it or pay a lot to get your car paint redone with ultra high quality paint.