Posted on 2/1/2026

If you’ve ever been in a fender bender or a major collision, one of the biggest concerns—after safety—is your vehicle’s appearance. A well-executed repair shouldn’t just function well; it should look as if nothing ever happened. So, that leads to the question we hear all the time: How do body shops match car paint perfectly after an accident? At CARSTAR Robert’s Collision & Repair in Monterey, we’ve built our reputation on making vehicles look showroom-ready, even after serious damage. And the secret? It’s not really a secret—it’s a precise combination of technology, training, and experience. Let’s break it down. Why Paint Matching Matters More Than You Think After a collision, getting your car repaired is about more than just fixing what’s broken. You want to feel good about your vehicle again—and mismatched paint is a glaring reminder that something happened. Poor paint matching can result in: Vi ... read more