With a small scratch, keeping as much original paint as possible is an understandable priority. Local painting is not suitable for every defect: depth, position and the finish determine the approach.
A mark in clear coat, a scratch down to primer and exposed metal involve different work. Polishing does not replace a missing layer of paint. If a dent or damaged plastic is also present, surface restoration is discussed before deciding how to paint the area.
Why the repair area can exceed the scratch
Surface preparation and colour blending may require space around the visible defect. The length of a scratch alone therefore does not determine the paint repair area. Panel creases, proximity to an edge, the old coating's condition and blending possibilities affect the decision. Painting the complete panel can sometimes be the more appropriate option.
Comparing local repair and a full-panel repaint
Local paint work starts at UAH 4,000 in the price list, while a standard complete panel has a base painting guide of UAH 9,000. Compare the agreed scope, including preparation, any straightening and nearby defects. Choosing the cheaper method before inspection does not always match the actual damage.
Price guide
Work
Scope considerations
Price
Localised paint repair
Where technically feasible; the blending area is assessed by the technician
from 4 000 UAH
Final panel polishing
As part of restoring the paint finish
from 800 UAH
One body panel
A baseline guide for one panel. Complex colours, large panels and additional repairs are quoted separately.
9 000 UAH
Prices from the current price list are preliminary guides. We agree the exact scope, materials and final amount after inspection. Parts and additional operations are not automatically included.
These images show vehicles, damage and panels from our general gallery. They are not verified before-and-after pairs or a separate case report for this service.
Rear bumper and quarter panelDent in a white panelPreparing a section of bodywork
No. Suitability depends on the coating, location and underlying surface. Photos help discuss options, but inspection is the more reliable basis for choosing a method.
How is this different from polishing?
Polishing is considered for suitable surface defects in the coating. Local painting restores a painted area when polishing alone is insufficient.
Is UAH 4,000 for the whole car?
No. It is a starting guide for one local area where the method is suitable. Several separate defects and additional preparation are assessed according to the actual work.