Auto painting is more than just creating a beautiful finish for your vehicle. The paint serves as an essential protective layer for the entire car. Every driver should actively maintain their car’s paint with regular washing, waxing, repairing scratches, and resolving more severe damage with a fresh paint job. See a few of the important purposes that your paint serves to understand why the small investment of maintaining the paint is worthwhile.

The Benefits of High-Quality Auto Painting & Paint Maintenance

1. Prevent Rust & Corrosion

Rust is a problem for all metal, and since your vehicle is out in the elements, you’ll need to actively protect its metal body and parts from corrosion. Paint serves as a protective barrier that keeps water and debris away from the exterior panels. You’ll enjoy a more attractive and longer-lasting vehicle when the body does not corrode.

2. Avoid Structural Issues

Corrosion on the vehicle frame will leave the interior parts unprotected as well. Depending on where the damage is, it could result in a wide range of structural issues. For example, a weakened frame could force the wheels out of alignment, or damage to the hood could allow water into the engine’s moving parts.

3. Boost Vehicle Value

Both structural and cosmetic damage negatively impact your vehicle’s value. Auto painting is comparable to the curb appeal of a home — it’s much harder to sell one that’s unattractive. If you do sell it, the damage gives buyers more power in the negotiations, so they can pay less for it. An attractive car will sell faster at a higher price.

Hines Body Shop is the team that you can trust to keep your car in top condition. Since 1957, this auto body repair shop has served drivers with the highest level of service throughout Canto, Shelbina, and Perry, MO. Their full range of services includes dent removal, collision repair, and auto painting. Learn more about their services on their website and call (573) 588-4091 to schedule a service appointment.