Compare Citroen C4 car respray quotes from specialist garages

Over the years, Citroen has come up with more than a few quirky ideas. The second car it produced, the 1922 Type C 5HP, became known as the ‘petit citron' (little lemon) because of its small size and the yellow paint colour you could order it in. Since then, there has been the Citroen Picasso, taking inspiration from Pablo Picasso's use of shape. The Citroen DS 19 was the vehicle of choice for the French President Charles de Gaulle, who survived an assassination attempt in 1962 thanks to the car's superior suspension system, allowing his chauffeur to drive away after two of the tyres were shot.

The Citroen C4 has undergone significant changes to match the latest trends, morphing from a family hatchback to what is now closer to a coupe SUV. It's well-equipped and comfortable to drive, earning a rating of four stars from the team at WhatCar? who praise its good build quality and front passenger space. Older models have a reputation for dependability, though the semi-automatic ESG gearbox is notoriously jerky and tends to clunk into gear if you don't ease off the accelerator. There are also a few known electrical problems with the aircon and sat-nav systems in the Mk2 C4.

Booking a vehicle respray is an excellent way to restore your car's appearance and eliminate unsightly scratches. A car respray can be messy, so using a workshop with a specifically designated respray area is essential for ensuring quality.

First, the mechanic will clean the car before either sanding or entirely stripping the existing paint. All windows, tyres and trimmings will then be covered so they don't get paint on them. You could do this at home, but it may become more expensive, and the outcome will likely be poor unless you're a professional. Before deciding whether to do it yourself, you should look for the best car full body respray quote online.

It's also possible to get one or two panels resprayed instead of the whole car. For example, you could book a car bumper respray or a car bonnet respray, which will cost less money.