21 Of Best Automotive Primers In 2024

TOP 1

SpeedoKote SMR-210/211 - Automotive High Build 2K Urethane Primer Gray Gallon Kit

Speedokote

Our Score

4.95

Product Features

Adhesion is superb.
Primer for Urethane with a High Build
Fast Dry
Excellent Price (Value)
Sanding is simple.
TOP 2

Speedokote Epoxy Fast Dry 2.1 Low voc DTM Primer & Sealer Gray Gallon Kit

Speedokote
5824053907
0.57 pounds

Our Score

4.9

Product Features

It's a primer and a sealer in one.
Easy 4: 1 Optional 5-Minute Mix Primer 10% Reduction With 0 Voc Reducer (Smr-) 10% Reduction With 0 Voc Reducer (Smr-) 10% Reduction 0075)
At 4 o'clock, it lays down super smooth. 1 (or 5 if you want to be more adventurous) 10% 0 Voc Reducer (Smr-) 10% 200 Voc Reducer (Smr-) 10% 0% 0075)
Excellent adhesion to steel, aluminum, fiberglass, body fillers, and previously applied finishes.
Corrosion resistance and adhesion are both excellent.
TOP 3

RAPTOR 4:1 Anti-Corrosive Epoxy Primer Kit UP4831 Gray 1L

RAPTOR
UP4831
6.60 x 5.00 x 5.30 inches
3.60 pounds

Our Score

4.8

Product Features

In Raptor Anti-Gravity, Advanced Resin Technology Corrosive Epoxy Primer Improves Adhesion To Bare Metal And Most Other Prepared Surfaces, As Well As Intercoat Performance, To Help Raptor Protective Coatings Last Longer.
Anti-Raptor Raptor Corrosive Epoxy Primer Is A 2K High Performance Primer Specifically Designed To Be Used Under Raptor Protective Coating To Extend The Protective And Anti-Corrosive Properties Of The Raptor Protective Coating. Raptor's Corrosive Properties
At an independent laboratory, a salt spray resistance test was completed after more than 1000 hours according to ASTM B117.
It's made up of a combination of anti-bacterial and anti-fungal ingredients. Corrosive Additives Help To Prevent Rust And Corrosion While Also Providing Excellent Salt Spray Resistance
Fit Type: Fits Everyone
It's possible to use it on a wet surface.
It's possible to use it directly on rusted surfaces.
At 3 mil, 1 liter covers about 60 square feet.
TOP 4

Custom Shop Premium Gray Self Etching Primer

Custom Shop
6.65 x 6.65 x 7.50 inches

Our Score

4.75

Product Features

1 gallon (3 liters) Can Of Gray (8 Liters) - Premium Self-Service Custom Shop Acid Etch Primer is a primer that is used for etching. Color of Gray Primer It only takes one step to etch and prime bare, rust-free metal.
Premium Self-Sufficiency Acid Etch Primer Is A Pre-Made Preparation For Etching. Self-spraying Etching Primer With Exceptional Adhesion And Flexibility. It Has Good Adhesion To The Following Properly Prepared Substrates: Steel, aluminum, fiberglass, previously painted surfaces, wood, and some plastics are all examples of materials that can be used.
It's A Super Primer With Anti-Aging Properties. It has anti-corrosive properties, making it ideal for use on bare metals like aluminum and steel. It's an excellent primer for fleet and original equipment manufacturers.
This coating dries quickly and can be sanded after 60 minutes. It also has excellent color holdout, gloss retention, and inter-facial adhesion. Coat Adhesion is the term used to describe how well a coat adheres to
Ideal For Use Before Applying Truck Bed Liner Coatings To Properly Prepared Truck Beds. Under all major brands of truck bed liner coatings, such as Custom Coat, Upol Raptor, and Gator Guard, this primer performs admirably.
TOP 5

Rust-Oleum 254863 Automotive Filler Primer Brush On

Rust-Oleum
254863
4.30 x 4.30 x 5.00 inches

Our Score

4.65

Product Features

Stops Rust is an oil-based formula that protects surfaces from rust and corrosion while also improving topcoat adhesion.
Suitable for use on metal, wood, and fiberglass.
Fills In Minor Scratches And Surface Nicks To Leave A Paintable, Smooth Surface
In 10 Minutes, The Surface Will Be Dry To The Touch In 15 minutes, you'll have covered anywhere from 40 to 60 percent of the ground. 50 Sq. Ft. Per Quart
Surfaces that will come into direct contact with heat or temperatures greater than 350 degrees Fahrenheit should not be used.
TOP 6

Speedokote Epoxy Fast Dry 2.1 Low voc DTM Primer & Sealer Black Gallon Kit

Speedokote
5864266689

Our Score

4.6

Product Features

Corrosion resistance and adhesion are both excellent.
Easy 4: 1 Optional 5-Minute Mix Primer 10% Reduction With 0 Voc Reducer (Smr-) 10% Reduction With 0 Voc Reducer (Smr-) 10% Reduction 0075)
At 4 o'clock, it lays down super smooth. 1 (or 5 if you want to be more adventurous) 10% 0 Voc Reducer (Smr-) 10% 200 Voc Reducer (Smr-) 10% 0% 0075)
Excellent adhesion to steel, aluminum, fiberglass, body fillers, and previously applied finishes.
It's a primer and a sealer in one.
TOP 7

U-POL 2.1 Urethane High Build DTM Primer-Auto-Car Paint

U-Pol
10.00 pounds

Our Score

4.6

Product Features

Temperature Hardener (60 to 95 degrees Fahrenheit)
1 Voc) Urethane Primer Kit with High Solids and High Build
With a 4 to 1 mixing ratio, Hs High Build Urethane Primer
Multi-Use European Style 3 Functions in 1 Direct-To-Vehicle Primer for Metals
TOP 8

Custom Shop - Gray DTM High Build 2K Primer Surfacer 2.1 VOC Fast Dry High-Performance Primer

Custom Shop

Our Score

4.6

Product Features

Dtm High Build Primer Is Free Of Lead And Chromate, And Its Formulation Includes A Rich Blend Of Anti-Aging Ingredients. Corrosive Additives Provide Maximum Rust And Corrosion Resistance While Also Providing Outstanding Adhesion. Dtm also has easy high-build properties and is a quick-drying product that can be sanded in as little as three hours.
Custom Shop Dtm Series High Build Direct To Metal Primer Surfaceris A 4 to 1 Mix Ratio High Performance Primer Specifically Designed For Dtm (Direct To Metal) Applications. The Dtm Series Primer features an advanced resin technology system that provides superior adhesion to bare metal, steel, aluminum, fiberglass, gelcoat, body fillers, and a variety of properly prepared rigid plastics and sanded OEM finishes.
Dtm Primer Surfacer Comes In A Primer Gray Finish And Has A 1-Year Warranty. 1 quart and 1/4 quart Kits are available in 1/4 gallon sizes. It's ideal for both automotive and industrial use. Most automotive paint brands, such as Custom Shop, Restoration Shop, Ppg, House Of Kolor, Valspar, and others, are compatible with Dtm and can be top coated with it.
The Custom Shop Dtm Series Primer Is Excellent As A Dtm Primer And Has A Simple 4 To 1 Mix Ratio. As Well As A Low 2. 1 Vocalization That Can Be Used All Over The United States
Superior Sanding Characteristics And Excellent Topcoat Gloss Holdout Are Available With Custom Shop Dtm High Buid Primer Surfacer. Allow Prime 2 to run its course Prior to sanding and topcoating, allow 3 hours for the surface to dry.
TOP 9

Custom Coat 1K High Build Direct to Metal Primer

Custom Shop
SP-448
2.65 x 2.65 x 9.50 inches

Our Score

4.5

Product Features

It has superior adhesion and filling properties, and it can be used on both flexible and rigid substrates.
1K High Build Primer by Custom Coat - Grey - Spray Can (12 oz.) - In an easy to use aerosol spray can, this product provides a high build primer surfacer that is a flexible acrylic surfacer for priming steel, aluminum, fiberglass, smc, and urethane painted surfaces.
Automotive Primer with a High Build That Can Be Used Over a Variety of Surfaces
A large fan pattern and excellent coverage are provided by the Flat Fan High Atomization Nozzle.
Easy to sand, and most automotive paint refinish topcoats can be used.
TOP 10

Speedokote SMR-275 - High Build Acrylic Lacquer Primer Gray Gallon

Speedokote

Our Score

4.45

Product Features

To qualify for free shipping, you must add $75 worth of products to your cart.
Adhesion is good, but the fill isn't great.
TOP 11

AP-39 Automotive Paint Primer Grey 2K Urethane Gallon Kit Normal Activator

American Automotive Products
20.00 pounds

Our Score

4.45

Product Features

Filling properties are excellent; Color Retention is Superior
Metal Direct
Only UPS Ground will be used to ship this item. There will be no shipping the next day. The material is regarded as hazardous and is not returnable.
California, Delaware, and Maryland are the only states where this product is not available for purchase.
Spraying And Sanding Made Simple
TOP 12

Speedokote SS-2790W-Q/SS-2790A-8 Super Fill High Build Primer White

Speedokote

Our Score

4.35

Product Features

High-quality construction and fill
TOP 13

Evercoat 2274 Dura Build Acrylic Primer Surfacer

Evercoat
2274
13.00 x 6.00 x 8.00 inches
11.00 pounds

Our Score

4.3

Product Features

With fewer coats, it quickly fills grind marks and sand scratches.
Mixing is simple and quick, saving you time.
Increases production by allowing the product to dry quickly.
Fiberglass, O. Adhesion is excellent over properly prepared body filler. Bare steel and aluminum finishes, as well as small areas
Sands can be easily finished with fine grit sandpaper.
TOP 14

Speedokote Epoxy Fast Dry 2.1 Low voc DTM Primer & Sealer Gray Quart Kit

Speedokote
8542051489

Our Score

4.25

Product Features

Easy 4: 1 Optional 5-Minute Mix Primer 10% Reduction With 0 Voc Reducer (Smr_0075) 10% Reduction With 0 Voc Reducer (Smr_0075) 10% Reduction
Epoxy Quick Dry 2 1 Dtm Primer (Low Voc)
At 4 o'clock, it lays down super smooth. 1 (or 5 if you want to be more adventurous) 10% 0 Voc Reducer (Smr-) 10% 200 Voc Reducer (Smr-) 10% 0% 0075)
Excellent adhesion to steel, aluminum, fiberglass, body fillers, and previously applied finishes.
Corrosion resistance and adhesion are both excellent.
TOP 15

Bondo Gray Filler Primer, 00720, 11 oz

3M
2.60 x 2.60 x 7.70 inches
0.90 pounds

Our Score

4.15

Product Features

In Only 30 Minutes, a Fast-Drying Primer Can Be Sanded
Spray Can Is Convenient And Simple To Use
Use this primer on surfaces such as body filler, metal, fiberglass, and wood.
Use as part of the 3M Body Repair System's paint stage.
Fills Small Sanding Scratches And Imperfections Quickly And Easily
Delivers Consistently Outstanding Results
Assists in the creation of a uniform painting surface.
Assists In Keeping The Repair Job Simple And Time Efficient
In any size garage, this product is ideal for auto body paint preparation.
Most Paints Can Be Used
TOP 16

Speedokote SS-2790B-Q/SS-2790A-8 Super Fill High Build Primer Black

Speedokote

Our Score

4.15

Product Features

High-quality construction and fill
TOP 17

Custom Shop - Black Epoxy Primer/Sealer 2.1 VOC Anti-Corrosive DTM High-Performance Primer

Custom Shop

Our Score

4.1

Product Features

Kep Epoxy Primer is free of lead and chromium, and it contains a potent blend of antimicrobials. To Get The Best Rust And Corrosion Protection, Use Corrosive Additives. It's also a fast-drying product with excellent salt spray resistance.
Anti-Custom Shop Kep Series Anti-Custom Shop Kep Series Anti-Custom Shop Kep Series Corrosive Epoxy Primer / Sealer Is A High-Performance Primer With A 1:1 Mix Ratio That Is Specifically Designed To Be Used Dtm (Direct To Metal). The Kep Series Primer has an advanced resin technology system that provides superior adhesion to bare metal, steel, aluminum, fiberglass, and gelcoat. Body Fillers, Rigid Plastics That Have Been Properly Prepared, And Sanded OEM Finishes
Lays down super smooth with a simple (1 part to 1 part) mixing ratio that allows for more precise mixing and eliminates the need for induction time prior to application. Once mixed, the pot has a shelf life of four hours. Anti-Custom Shop Kep Series Anti-Custom Shop Kep Series Anti-Custom Shop Kep Series A Corrosive Epoxy Primer is a two-part epoxy primer that is both corrosive and non-corrosive A 1 Voc pound per gallon product that can be used from coast to coast.
The Kep Series Epoxy Primer from Custom Shop works well as a DTM primer, but it also works well as a sealer for single-stage urethane and basecoat clearcoat. Add 1/2 part Xr70 or Ur70 Reducer to use as a sealer, and topcoat or basecoat can be applied in 30 minutes. Topcoat Gloss Holdout Is Improved When Kep Is Used.
Gray, Black, and White 1 Quart, 2 Quart, Gallon, and 2 Gallon Kits are all available. It's ideal for both automotive and industrial use. Most automotive paint brands, such as Custom Shop, Restoration Shop, PPG, House Of Kolor, Valspar, and others, are compatible with Kep, and it can be top coated with them.
TOP 18

SEM 42013 Grey High Build Primer

SEM
42013
11.00 x 6.00 x 6.00 inches
1.10 pounds

Our Score

4.05

Product Features

Metal, aluminum, urethane, and plastic are all used in the automotive industry.
Fits: primer, primer, primer
Sold Each
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TOP 19

Speedokote Epoxy Fast Dry 2.1 Low voc DTM Primer & Sealer Black Quart Kit

Speedokote
8542051491

Our Score

3.95

Product Features

Corrosion resistance and adhesion are both excellent.
Easy 4: 1 Optional 5-Minute Mix Primer 10% Reduction With 0 Voc Reducer (Smr_0075) 10% Reduction With 0 Voc Reducer (Smr_0075) 10% Reduction
There are no unreacted polymers in true 2K epoxy.
At 4 o'clock, it lays down super smooth. 1 (or 5 if you want to be more adventurous) 10% 0 Voc Reducer (Smr-) 10% 200 Voc Reducer (Smr-) 10% 0% 0075)
Excellent adhesion to steel, aluminum, fiberglass, body fillers, and previously applied finishes.
TOP 20

POR-15 High Build Primer - 1 gl

POR-15
41101
2.56 x 2.56 x 2.95 inches
10.25 pounds

Our Score

3.95

Product Features

Primer with Interlocking Pieces - Special Adhesion Characteristics Formulated To Make Por- 15 High-Build Primer Is Ideal For Most Painted Surfaces, Particularly Por- Rust-Resistant Coating (no. 15). Our High Build Primer is a sandable and buildable coating that can be applied over cured porous materials. 15 Rust-Resistant Coating For All Porcelain 15 Topcoats To Allow For Quick Refinishing And Recoating Of These Items
Por- 15 Primer for a Strong Foundation - Provides a sandable and buildable coating that can be used over cured porous materials. 15 Rust-Resistant Coating For All Porcelain 15 Topcoats To Allow For Quick Refinishing And Recoating Of These Items Single-component formula that fills in minor flaws and adheres well to primed and painted surfaces such as steel, aluminum, stainless steel, brass, and other metals.
When Will I Have to Use It? Por- Penetrating Topcoats, such as lacquers, enamels, and two-part epoxy, are highly resistant to 15 High Build Primer. Finishes on components. It also sands very smoothly. Take a look at some of these ideas for your next project.
Our Commitment to Customer Satisfaction At Por- 15 We Make Every Effort To Provide The Best Rust Prevention Available. Known For The Unbeatable 3-Step Process Step-by-Step Rust-Resistant System, Por- Diy Trusted Number 15 Innovation, quality control, and excellent customer service are all priorities for us.
a proposal - Sand surfaces to be painted with 320 grit sandpaper for maximum adhesion. Surfaces that have been painted or that have been left bare should be cleaned with Por- Degreaser Cleaner No. 15 Porcelain Should Be Used To Treat Bare Metal Surfaces 15 Preparation Of Metal For Maximum Adhesion One Or Two Porcelain Covering Coats Can Be Applied By Spraying Or Brushing Allow 10 to 15 minutes between coats if using a high-build primer. Por- After 24 hours of curing, the 15 High Build Primer can be topcoated.
TOP 21

Speedokote Black Automotive 2.1 Low VOC 2K Urethane Primer Black Gallon Kit

Speedokote

Our Score

3.85

Product Features

High-quality construction and fill