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Old 04-16-2005 | 03:42 PM
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I have a 2005 E60 525i..The paint is a regular clear coat correct ? Or does BMW use now what Mercedes and Audi use the PPG Cermiclear, clear coat. ?
Old 04-17-2005 | 08:15 AM
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I haven't read anywhere that BMW is yet using the nano tech clear coat like Mercedes does. The downside of the nano tech stuff at this point is finding a shop to match the factory finish if you need painting done (it requires special paint booth equipment to bake the clear coat).
Old 04-20-2005 | 11:32 AM
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The paint is a powder coat. the clear coat should be traditional.
Old 04-20-2005 | 03:03 PM
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just curious, if paint was a powder coat...shouldnt it be more durable?
Old 04-20-2005 | 04:36 PM
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Ericdbs i would agree with you, i'd think if the paint was powder coated i wouldnt have as many chips as i do.
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