Phlyphysher

Is this paint more durable than the other colors? I can't get a straight answer from the dealer. Why is it a $495 option?

My little inquiring mind wants to know....

obusnizzle

much like the opalscent clear coat metallic on my tbird, its a multi stage paint job, not just color and clear coat.

blueflame

The cost of pearl for the paint is very pricey and also a 3 stage paint which means it also takes longer to paint over base clear system

shortride

iTrader: (1)

Ford does not paint very many White Platinum vehicles. White Platinum is a special paint mix. That's why some people opt to pay extra for it. I would if I were to special ordered one.

rvoight6

When I purchased mine the dealer stated the additional cost of the paint job was because they add an extra coat of clear. I dunno this may be complete BS but that was there explanation.

NorCal-09

I agree with your assessment; extra cost of materials and more labor intensive (extra step) to apply.

Phlyphysher

So, does this make it more durable, too?

rkfvd3

No it doesn't make it more durable. It does make it harder to match after body damage. I have had 3 pearl white cars and my g/f just hit my garage door with my cts, so I'll a good idea on how much more it costs to fix than regular 2 stage paint in the next few days

AreL11

Nope.

dykzeulb

iTrader: (1)

multi-stage paint, I had my candy red bedside painted from a car wash mis hap, it collapsed on the bed, and it was over 1300 in repairs, luckily, we settled it out of insurance with a check for 1300, and 200 in car wash tokens!