Show of hands: who has turned down a car because it wasn't immediately available in the color you wanted? *Guilty.* Turns out, that shiny, sparkly automotive hue is applied through a very involved paint process. We weren't even allowed in because beauty products (both men's and women's) pose a serious risk to paint.
There are a lot of things that can affect how well paint sticks to a car. This includes silicone, hair spray, perfume, lotion, and even deodorant. The team charged with putting fresh coats of paint on cars is lovingly dubbed the "blue suit crew."
The vehicle goes through four stages: treatment, a spray that prevents chipping, the base coat, and then the clear coat. After that, it's on to the assembly line.
