Representative photoAuto paint for a 1981 Buick Century
Auto paint for the 1981 Buick Century: request it here. Rent a car from us while it is repaired, as an insurance replacement rental when it is a claim.
- Body
- Midsize Cars
An insurance replacement rental while it is repaired
Your car is in the shop; you keep driving. We deliver a rental to you, by the day, and bill your insurer when the claim covers it.
The 1981 Buick Century for auto paint
- Body: midsize cars (EPA size class).
What to check when buying the 1981 Buick Century
- NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 1 complaint with NHTSA, most often about service brakes (1). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 81V036000 | 1981-03-23 | wheels:hubcap/cover | "TX" HEAVY DUTY WHEELS MAY HAVE BEEN MANUFACTURED WITH LAMINATED STEEL. THE WHEEL DISC MAY FRACTURE AND THE WHEEL AND TIRE COULD PARTIALLY OR COMPLETELY SEPARATE FROM THE VEHICLE. |
| 81V025000 | 1981-02-25 | suspension:rear | THE BOLTS THAT ATTACH THE LOWER REAR CONTROL ARM TO THE FRAME MAY FRACTURE. THE REAR CONTROL ARM SUPPORTS AND POSITIONS THE REAR AXLE. FRACTURE OF THE BOLTS WOULD ALLOW THE CONTROL ARM TO DROP FREE. |
| 81V009000 | 1981-01-13 | wheels | THE STEEL USED IN SOME COMPACT SPARE WHEELS IS TOO THIN. WHILE IN SERVICE THE WHEEL MAY FRACTURE, RESULTING IN A PARTIAL OR COMPLETE SEPARATION OF THE WHEEL AND TIRE FROM THE VEHICLE. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
The work on your Century
This page covers paint work for the 1981 Buick Century, and a rental while the car is with us. Paint work is matched to the original colour, panel by panel or the whole car.
Your Century, up close
A car of this size is quick to work on compared with a large SUV. Photos of the car help us quote it accurately. NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model; a repair visit is a good moment to ask whether each was done.
Booking a time
Send a few photos and the year and trim; that is enough for a first price. Tell us when the car is free and whether you can drop it off. We confirm the price and the time with you before any work.
Driving while yours is in
We bring the rental to you and collect it later. A rental by the day keeps you moving while your car is in. Pick it up from us for free, or have it brought to you.
What affects the price
Simple jobs cost less; we tell you if a smaller job would do. A quote lists what is included, so you can compare it fairly. Older paint or heavy wear can mean more preparation before the main work.
A few things first
Leave a phone number where we can reach you during the day. Point out anything you want us to pay special attention to. Bring the claim number and your adjuster's details if the repair is a claim.
Timing
We call or write when the car is ready, and you collect it or we arrange the handover. Tell us the date you need the car back, and we say whether it is realistic.
Looking after it afterwards
Hand washing is gentler than automatic brushes on any finish. If anything about the work looks wrong after you collect the car, tell us.
Questions first?
Questions about the work? Ask them in your request.
Request auto paint
Tell us when suits you; we reply within one business day with a time and a price.
Rent a car while yours is in in Toronto
We have no car while yours is in on the site right now. Request one and we look for it for your dates, or take a similar car that is available now.
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Auto paint: the 1981 Buick Century
Can I rent a car while my 1981 Buick Century is in for auto paint?
Yes. Rent from us while it is repaired: an insurance replacement rental if the repair is an insurance claim (ask your insurer what your policy pays a day), or at our usual rates. We deliver the car to you.
How do I book auto paint for my 1981 Buick Century?
Send the request on this page with when suits you. We reply within one business day with a time and a price.