As cars age, original paint commands a significant premium and buyers increasingly demand paint meter readings, VIN tag photos on all 6-8 body panels, and DOT-R label inspection; common partial repaints include the hood, front bumper (rock chips), and trunk (often after spoiler removal or clearcoat failure).
Original paint authenticity and meter verification
BMW E36 M3 (US-market, 1995-1999) · paint-and-body