Now that there’s an answer for matte paint care, expect to see some manufacturers expand their paint options to include the flat finish. Factory matte options are only available from a select few manufacturers, and outside of Mercedes, BMW, and Lamborghini Most OEM’s don’t really give you much choice of color. When manufacturers have released matte paint jobs in the past they are typically dubbed limited editions, over priced, and scarcely seen on the road. This has started to change a bit, but not enough. Smart offers a factory finish (the most cost effective on the market), Hyundai does too with the Veloster Turbo (~$22K), and there are still some rumors that Chrysler is doing some testing with a matte 300S. All are great cars, but there are a few others we’re dying to see dressed in (factory) matte paint… Continue reading
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