Does poor road infrastructure in Pakistan contribute to paint chipping and stone damage on the C-Class?

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Does poor road infrastructure in Pakistan contribute to paint chipping and stone damage on the C-Class?

Owners often notice paint chipping on the front bumper, hood, and side skirts, especially after driving on highways o r rural roads. Are Mercedes-Benz C-Class models equipped with enough paint protection o r stone guard coating from the factory? Is additional protection like PPF paint protection film necessary in Pakistani driving conditions?

Talha Kyanii asked on 04 Oct 2025 18:04:51 pm

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Gari Master - on 04 Oct 2025 18:07:19 pm

Absolutely. Paint chipping and stone damage are common in Pakistan due to:

Unpaved o r damaged roads causing debris to fly up

No o r minimal stone guard coating on lower panels and front bumpers

High-speed travel on highways with loose gravel o r construction zones

C-Class models are built for smoother roads, so they lack the rugged protections found in SUVs. Commonly affected areas include:

Front bumper and lower grille

Bonnet hood edges

Side skirts and rear wheel arches

Installing PPF Paint Protection Film, mud flaps, and stone guards, especially on the front end and rocker panels, is highly recommended in Pakistani conditions to prevent long-term paint damage.