Maaco Ann Arbor (2024)

FAQs

How long does Maaco take to paint a car? ›

Vehicle paint jobs usually take 3-5 days, but additional services selected, prep work that is needed and current workload at the location play a part in the turnaround time.

We apply a single-stage enamel paint to refresh your vehicle's appearance. Our Basic Service offers a one-year warranty, and gives your car an attractive gloss and accurate color match.

The experts at Maaco can repair dents, dings and scratches on your vehicle, getting you back on the road to your next adventure.

In general, you can expect a body shop to spend between 40 and 80 hours to complete a full paint job for your vehicle. Of course, this isn't the case for all cars.

Absolutely! We sand every surface that will receive paint. Sanding allows for a mechanical bond between the old surface and the new.

Basic: The most inexpensive paint job involves as few coats as possible, using synthetic enamel paint. For the basic job, the painters are unlikely to paint areas that are not normally visible, such as the inside of the hood. Basic costs range from $300 to $1,000.

Cost of painting your car

In general, expect to pay between $300 and $10,000 for a professional paint job. The upper end of that price range is where we find metal flake, multi-colored, and custom paint jobs, so there's no need to spend that much unless you're prepping your car for a show.

Regular trips through a car wash will keep your vehicle clean quickly and efficiently. Make sure to wait at least 90 days after any body work or paint work to prevent voiding the warranty.

Cost is a likely factor in a wrapping vs painting decision: is it cheaper to wrap or paint a car? Paint jobs run from $500 (low quality) or anywhere between $1,000-$5,000 (high-quality). A professional wrap runs between $2,500 to $5,000. There is also a labor cost to remove the wrap that may range between $500-$600.

Your local Maaco shop helps with repair and maintenance, including rust repairs.

Does Maaco do rocker panels? ›

Maaco offers professional, affordable, quality cosmetic auto repairs to rocker panels, door panels and quarter panels. Car panel repairs don't just make your vehicle look new again.

YOUR AFFORDABLE CAR BODY SHOP

We will also repair areas where it is more cost effective to retain the original equipment; damage such as dents, dings, scratches and plastic and fiberglass repair.

However, paint does more than just give your car a distinctive look; it protects the body of your vehicle from wear and tear and helps prevent corrosive damage. Therefore, you should paint your car every five years at minimum, especially if you aren't waxing it regularly.

If you've just fixed up your car paint after an accident, you might be thinking, “What now?” There are a couple of things to know immediately after a car paint job. Your car should sit for at least 24 hours in a safe, indoor area while the paint cures.

But, to paint a car, there are many factors that come into play, so often there's no exact timeline that can be guaranteed. There is no simple answer to how long it takes for a car to be painted, but depending on the extent of the job, the time needed can stretch from a day or two to several weeks.

Regular trips through a car wash will keep your vehicle clean quickly and efficiently. Make sure to wait at least 90 days after any body work or paint work to prevent voiding the warranty.

A car paint job is expensive primarily due to the high cost of quality materials, extensive labor involved in preparation and application, the need for specialized equipment and facilities, and compliance with safety and environmental regulations.

WE PAINT ANYTHING

Our projects range from large to small and include: tables, chairs, patio furniture, stop lights, gas pump covers, trashcans, golf carts and rental equipment.