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Some Bravo owners report that after repair work minor accident, panel replacement the repaint job shows visible colour mismatch, uneven gloss, o r differences in texture between original and repaired panels. In the context of a budget car like the Bravo in Pakistan—where parts and repair-shops may vary in quality—what are the causes of such mismatches improper colour code matching, non-OEM paint, patch painting without blending, inferior clear-coat? How should an owner evaluate the quality of a paint repair inspect under sunlight, thickness gauge if possible, visual gloss uniformity and what questions should be asked of the repairing body-shop in Pakistan paint brand used, blending technique, panel prep, cost impact on resale to ensure repair meets acceptable standards?
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Talha Kyanii asked on 08 Nov 2025 11:09:31 am
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Talha Kyanii - on 08 Nov 2025 11:48:15 amCommon Causes:
Weak primer bonding o r poor-quality factory paint — Bravo’s early units 2018–2020 often had substandard paint adhesion.
Stone chips and road debris — low-quality clear coat makes chips spread faster.
Moisture under paint due to improper sealing o r panel rust.
Poor paint thickness at edges and corners — typical in budget car assembly.
Rough washing o r polishing using hard brushes.
How to Diagnose:
Inspect door edges, wheel arches, bonnet and trunk joints for small paint lifts o r rust spots.
Lightly rub fingernail over chipped area — if paint lifts easily, adhesion is poor.
Check if underlying metal shows rust — indicates water seepage.
Fix & Maintenance:
For minor chipping:
Sand the area lightly.
Apply touch-up primer + paint + clear coat pen available from United dealerships.
Cost: Rs 500–1,000 per panel DIY.
For severe peeling:
Sand down to metal, reapply primer and repaint affected panel Rs 3,000–6,000 locally.
Use paint protection film PPF on edges and wheel arches after repaint.
Apply rust converter before painting if any corrosion is visible.
Always wash gently — avoid brushes o r rough cloths at service stations.
Weak primer bonding o r poor-quality factory paint — Bravo’s early units 2018–2020 often had substandard paint adhesion.
Stone chips and road debris — low-quality clear coat makes chips spread faster.
Moisture under paint due to improper sealing o r panel rust.
Poor paint thickness at edges and corners — typical in budget car assembly.
Rough washing o r polishing using hard brushes.
How to Diagnose:
Inspect door edges, wheel arches, bonnet and trunk joints for small paint lifts o r rust spots.
Lightly rub fingernail over chipped area — if paint lifts easily, adhesion is poor.
Check if underlying metal shows rust — indicates water seepage.
Fix & Maintenance:
For minor chipping:
Sand the area lightly.
Apply touch-up primer + paint + clear coat pen available from United dealerships.
Cost: Rs 500–1,000 per panel DIY.
For severe peeling:
Sand down to metal, reapply primer and repaint affected panel Rs 3,000–6,000 locally.
Use paint protection film PPF on edges and wheel arches after repaint.
Apply rust converter before painting if any corrosion is visible.
Always wash gently — avoid brushes o r rough cloths at service stations.
Talha Kyanii - on 08 Nov 2025 11:48:16 amCommon Causes:
Weak primer bonding o r poor-quality factory paint — Bravo’s early units 2018–2020 often had substandard paint adhesion.
Stone chips and road debris — low-quality clear coat makes chips spread faster.
Moisture under paint due to improper sealing o r panel rust.
Poor paint thickness at edges and corners — typical in budget car assembly.
Rough washing o r polishing using hard brushes.
How to Diagnose:
Inspect door edges, wheel arches, bonnet and trunk joints for small paint lifts o r rust spots.
Lightly rub fingernail over chipped area — if paint lifts easily, adhesion is poor.
Check if underlying metal shows rust — indicates water seepage.
Fix & Maintenance:
For minor chipping:
Sand the area lightly.
Apply touch-up primer + paint + clear coat pen available from United dealerships.
Cost: Rs 500–1,000 per panel DIY.
For severe peeling:
Sand down to metal, reapply primer and repaint affected panel Rs 3,000–6,000 locally.
Use paint protection film PPF on edges and wheel arches after repaint.
Apply rust converter before painting if any corrosion is visible.
Always wash gently — avoid brushes o r rough cloths at service stations.
Weak primer bonding o r poor-quality factory paint — Bravo’s early units 2018–2020 often had substandard paint adhesion.
Stone chips and road debris — low-quality clear coat makes chips spread faster.
Moisture under paint due to improper sealing o r panel rust.
Poor paint thickness at edges and corners — typical in budget car assembly.
Rough washing o r polishing using hard brushes.
How to Diagnose:
Inspect door edges, wheel arches, bonnet and trunk joints for small paint lifts o r rust spots.
Lightly rub fingernail over chipped area — if paint lifts easily, adhesion is poor.
Check if underlying metal shows rust — indicates water seepage.
Fix & Maintenance:
For minor chipping:
Sand the area lightly.
Apply touch-up primer + paint + clear coat pen available from United dealerships.
Cost: Rs 500–1,000 per panel DIY.
For severe peeling:
Sand down to metal, reapply primer and repaint affected panel Rs 3,000–6,000 locally.
Use paint protection film PPF on edges and wheel arches after repaint.
Apply rust converter before painting if any corrosion is visible.
Always wash gently — avoid brushes o r rough cloths at service stations.
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