Adjusted market assessment approach â Theoretically, this method estimates standalone selling price by estimating the price that the customer would pay for the good or service in the entityâs market.
Using better materials and more involved preparation and finishing, a mid range car paint may cost anywhere between $1,000 and $5,000. It may also involve interior painting and areas near the engine getting re-colored. Typical warranties range from 2 to 5 years though may be more.
Even repainting to the same color will cost minimum $2-3K, and will raise the value of the car $500 TOPS. Save your money and buy a car you like better down the road. A very good, minimal to no flaw (orange peel, etc) paint job from a reputable shop can be had for roughly $1500.