Antalya Vehicle Painting

Vehicle painting prices: table by scope

In vehicle painting, the question "how many panels" determines the price most. The ranges below are our current prices for oven-baked paint.

This is why figures found when searching for vehicle paint prices vary so widely: one quotes a single door, another quotes complete paint, and yet another includes body filler and primer in the price. When comparing quotes, ask for the same scope of work. For a more detailed breakdown by panel, check our panel painting prices page.

Types of vehicle painting: which one suits you?

Vehicle painting is not a single process. There are three approaches depending on the extent of damage or request, and making the right choice protects both your budget and the car's original paint.

• Spot repair painting: For minor, localized damage, only that area is painted and blended into the surrounding surface.
• Panel painting: An entire single part such as a door, fender, hood, trunk lid, or bumper is painted. If damage is limited to one or two panels, this is usually sufficient.
• Complete vehicle painting: For damage across multiple panels, widespread fading, or a color change, the entire exterior is painted.

For plastic parts (bumpers, mirror covers, spoilers), we paint using a flexible plastic primer that maintains elasticity; details are on the bumper painting page.

What factors make vehicle painting prices higher or lower?

The following factors determine whether you fall at the lower or upper end of the range for the same panel:

• Surface condition: If there are scratches, dents, rust, or peeling paint, body filler, primer, and sanding are required first; preparation labor increases.
• Color: Solid colors generally require less labor. Metallic and pearlescent colors require more precision in spraying technique and color matching.
• Disassembly and reassembly: If trims, handles, or headlight surrounds need to be removed, labor takes longer. Painting by masking without disassembly does not always achieve the same standard of quality.
• Dimensions: A bumper on a small car is not the same as a hood on a large vehicle.

How is vehicle painting performed?

1. Assessment.The paint condition and damage are inspected; the process and duration are determined. Free at the workshop.
2. Surface preparation.Old paint is sanded down; body filler and primer are applied if needed. Body filler and primer applications are the stages that determine paint longevity.
3. Color preparation.PPG or Standox paint is prepared according to the original color code and matched to the current tone with digital color matching.
4. Paint and clear coat.Applied in a dust-free baking booth.
5. Baking and inspection.The paint is cured in the oven, the surface is inspected, and the vehicle is delivered.

If you are curious about what the oven and booth do, we explain it on our oven-baked auto paint page.

How long does vehicle painting take?

Panel painting usually takes 1–2 days, and complete vehicle painting takes 5–10 days. If bodywork needs to be done first on a damaged vehicle, minor damage may take 1–3 days, moderate damage 5–7 days, and severe damage 2–4 weeks. If the duration extends, we inform you of the reason and current stage.

What should you know before getting your car painted?

If you are looking for a general guide explaining the process steps and risks before deciding on paintwork, our car painting guide article is a good starting point. In brief, keep these points in mind:

• If you plan to have the vehicle inspected or sold, repainted panel records may affect the valuation; consider this in advance.
• Complete painting is not needed for every damage; if not necessary, preserving the original paint is usually better.
• Upon delivery, compare the painted panel with adjacent panels in daylight.

What is the difference of painting in a baking booth?

Where the paint is applied directly affects the result. Paint applied outdoors or in an ordinary workshop can gather dust, insects, and humidity; this is why roughness and imperfections form on the surface. In a dust-free booth, air is filtered and flows under control, so paint settles much cleaner. Paint then cured in an oven delivers a smoother, more durable surface.

This is how we apply paint. That does not mean "flawless"; preparation workmanship and color matching also determine the result. But when comparing booth painting with non-booth painting, the surface difference is usually noticeable to the naked eye.

How do we select and match the color?

Even under the same color name, the tone may appear different depending on the vehicle's age and sun exposure. Therefore, in addition to the color code, we also inspect the existing paint. All the vehicle owner needs to do is locate the color code on the car or share the registration details; we handle the rest at the workshop.

If you want to change the color, this involves complete painting rather than panel painting, because door jambs and similar inner surfaces are also affected. Details are on the complete vehicle painting page.

What should you do before bringing your car for painting?

• Wash the vehicle; dirt hides damage underneath, preventing an accurate assessment.
• Take photos of the damage from different angles and send them via WhatsApp.
• If your vehicle has insurance coverage for the repair, bring your policy and claim information with you.
• Learn the points to inspect upon job completion from our delivery inspection checklist.
• Do not leave valuables or necessary personal documents inside your vehicle.

What should you watch out for during vehicle painting?

The most common mistake in vehicle painting is deciding solely based on price. An overly cheap quote usually means preparation steps were shortened: masking is done without removing parts, body filler and primer layers are left thin, and curing times are rushed. These shortcuts are not noticeable in the first month, but surface after a few months as peeling, fading, or color differences.

When should you come in for vehicle painting?

You do not have to get damage repaired immediately, but in some cases waiting can prove costly. A spot with cracked paint or exposed bare metal begins to rust; bubbling paint expands over time. Superficial fading and minor scratches do not require urgency; you can visit according to your schedule. If you cannot decide, send a photo and we will tell you whether it is urgent. Our workshop is open Monday–Saturday from 08:30 to 19:00.

Plastic parts and bumper painting

Plastic parts such as bumpers, mirror covers, and spoilers require different preparation than sheet metal; primer suited for plastic is used so paint adheres properly to the surface, and the paint must maintain flexibility. Cracked or broken plastic parts are repaired prior to painting. For details, you can read our article on plastic bumper repair.

Related pages

• Antalya auto paint: oven-baked paint service and process.
• Spot repair painting: for minor damage.
• Complete vehicle painting: turnaround time and prices.
• Bodywork repair: dents and dings.