Painted Hoods

Painted hoods - what you need to know

Car hoods are one of the biggest parts of an automobile, so it is not a surprise that is one of the parts that most often ends up damaged and in need of a new coat of paint. Most of the time, when a car is damaged (especially by a frontal impact), the hood is a collateral victim. So, more often than none, you will need your hood painted or replaced. Luckily, with us at PaintedAutoParts.com, you receive a brand new hood painted carefully by professionals. Selling painted hoods is part of our painting service - you receive a great product, fully matching the paint of your car for a lower price than dealers’. But, here are a few things to know, before you get your hood painted and shipped to your door:

I want my new hood painted - how to know the right color?

That’s actually a pretty simple task. You can check here and follow the steps, but basically there are 2 ways:

• Check the paint code on your car’s Compliance / Manufacturer’s / Identification Plate and look for “Ext. Color”
• Call your local dealership with your VIN number and ask for the paint code

This paint code is important because it’ll provide us with the info about the exact color of your painted hood that will match with the color of your car.

What is the process of getting my hood painted and what paints do you use?

Our paints are a product of a leading paint manufacturer and are the highest quality. Our paint and color matching process are the same as what you will get at dealerships and high-end auto body shops. Here, at PaintedAutoParts.com, we have a professional paint system, which is able to generate thousands of paint variations in order to match the exact color of your car.

How much does it cost to get my new hood painted?

Usually, the cost for painting your new hood is around $250 but some color variations may require three-stage painting, which can increase the cost with an additional $85 - but we will let you know before hand.

Other important things to know about painted hoods?

If you decide to order from us and you want your new hood painted - you should know that this is a final sale and returns cannot be made. Since this is a customized part, matching your specific requirements, so it won’t be a fit for anyone else. Also, we advise you not to do any type of pressure washing or waxing on painted hoods for at least 30 days. The paint with which the hood is painted will still be fairly fresh and will need an additional amount of time to fully cure. This is it! You know everything you need to know in order to purchase your new, painted hood for your vehicle, from PaintedAutoParts.com. Don’t forget to check our Paint Code Locator if you don’t know the right paint code for your car. Don’t hesitate to ask us if you need more information.