LPT: Don't get your car painted with the standard "auto" color. Unless you're in a hot desert climate, get a single stage paint job. You'll save thousands and it looks better.

The "auto" color for cars is designed to hide dirt, dings, and fading so that when you bring your car in for a detailing the dirt and grime is already hidden. It will look good for a couple months but then you will start to notice all the dirt and grime that the paint hides.<br><br>You can get a single stage paint job in basically any color. The paint lasts for 5 to 10 years depending on the color you choose and the paint quality. It is so much cheaper than the two stage paint jobs. Two stage paint jobs are designed for show cars. The paint will only last 1 to 3 years. It's also so much more expensive.<br><br>Most cars come in standard colors that are two tone, such as blue over silver. If you want your car in a single solid color you will have to custom order it. This will take longer to produce your car and you will have to pay more for the custom color.