I think most body panels have been hot-dip galvanized electroplated then painted since the 80s instead of just exposed without even a clear coat. That should la

I think most body panels have been hot-dip galvanized electroplated then painted since the 80s instead of just exposed without even a clear coat. That should last at least 5-10 years even in the worst North American conditions before you see rust. Unless you imported yourself something low-end originally destined for India or China. The car you linked to on reddit was a 2018 Grand Cherokee, which is ~7 years old now (5 years old when posted), so it would be expected -- and something you can just touch up. Note that in the comments they suggested it might even be covered under the new-vehicle limited warranty had it occurred in the first 3 years. Which makes sense, I'd consider that to be a material defect within that period of the NVLW. Note that Tesla will sell you a cybertruck clear coat paint job for $5000. Probably a good investment.