Fix it yourself, the right way

Stone chips are the easiest paint repair you can do at home. What you need, the steps, and the mistakes that make a repair stand out.

Use the fingernail test to see how deep a scratch goes, then fix it with the right method: polish, touch-up paint, or more.

An honest look at what you can repair yourself, how to handle bare metal and rust, and when a panel needs a body shop.

Your VIN identifies the car, your paint code identifies the color. How to use both to order the right paint.