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How much is it to fix bubbling paint on a car?

My son’s 16th birthday is in a few weeks. I want to give him the truck I use to plow during the winter. I want to get the vehicle detailed and cleaned up before giving it to him, but how much does it cost to repair bubbling car paint?

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Jack Walsh · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
That sounds like a great birthday gift. I’m sure your son will love it!
In general, it costs anywhere from $50 to a few hundred dollars to fix a small section of bubbling paint, but if the bubbling is more widespread, you’ll need to repaint the entire car.
Repainting a car
costs anywhere from $300 to $1,000. However, the price will vary, depending on your vehicle’s make and model and the paint you use.
If the cost to fix the bubbling paint professionally is a bit much, you can fix it at home in just a few hours by sanding away the problematic areas, applying body filler if necessary, and repainting the area.
Additionally, don’t forget to
add your teen driver to your car insurance policy
before giving him the car!
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