Introduction
Much like our homes and even our own bodies, the way our cars look is important to us. A lot of people choose to do their own 'poor man's paint job', however it is almost always recommended to get the paint job done professionally as the professionals have the proper paint, materials and tools to do the job right. A paint job can really transform a car and make it look like it was brand new!
Step 1
When figuring out where to go to get a paint job, the absolute best bet is to ask around. You could ask your co workers, friends and family which local paint shop they recommend. If you have friends who are mechanics or are particularly involved in automobiles and have a hobby with them, it's especially a smart idea to ask them.
Step 2
Another way to determine where to go for your paint job is to browse online and see what auto body shops are in your area. All you need to do is type 'auto body shops + your city/town and state' into your favorite search engine. You'll see a compiled list of results, most of them having their very own official web pages. You also could check out review sites, where customers of these businesses have posted their experience.
Step 3
Another way to figure out where to take your car for a paint job is to simply use your normal yellow pages phone book. Go under 'A' for auto body and call around a bit. Check out the rates and other pertinent information. At the end, do your comparisons and figure out which one best suites your needs and pocket.
Step 4
Sticking with Maaco may be the best bet for those who are looking for a decent paint job for an inexpensive price. Maaco is probably the most popular auto body/ paint job chain within the United States. Maaco also runs weekly specials for paint jobs and other services they offer. If you're interested in Maaco, check out their official website for their prices and other information.
Step 5
Lastly, if you really cannot afford a professional paint job, maybe you could consider doing it yourself. If you have a good eye for detail, lots of spare time and some patience, you'll be able to do a good job and save yourself some money. In order to learn how to perform your own paint job on your car, you can simply type in 'poor mans paint job' into your favorite search engine and you'll receive step by step instructions.
Cost
The cost of a typical paint job could vary anywhere from $800.00 to $3,500. Of course, like all things in life, you get what you pay for. So, sometimes it's beneficial to put down a little more money if you're guaranteed to be supplied with amazing work.
Tips
Besides paint jobs, there are also other things you should be doing to take care of both the exterior and interior of your car. Washing your car, both inside and out is important as is changing the oil and getting check ups done on it every so often.
