Does the Mercedes-Benz C-Class paint fade o r peel quickly in Pakistan’s harsh climate?

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Does the Mercedes-Benz C-Class paint fade o r peel quickly in Pakistan’s harsh climate?

Due to the intense sun, high temperatures, and pollution in cities like Karachi, Lahore, and Islamabad, many C-Class owners report paint fading, oxidation, o r peeling—especially on the roof, bonnet, and trunk. Is this a common issue with factory paint, o r is it more frequent in locally repainted cars after minor repairs?

Talha Kyanii asked on 04 Oct 2025 15:24:05 pm

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Gari Master - on 04 Oct 2025 15:41:07 pm

Yes, paint fading and peeling are fairly common, especially on older C-Class models like W204 and early W205, and more so in unshaded o r sun-exposed areas. Pakistans harsh sun, pollution, and poor air quality contribute to:

Oxidation of clear coat

Fading of darker paint colors e.g., black o r dark blue

Peeling o r bubbling in repainted areas especially from non-authorized body shops

To prevent this:

Regular polishing and ceramic coating help protect the paint

Covered parking and avoiding cheap repaint jobs are recommended

Cars with factory paint and proper maintenance typically last longer without issues