My e30 has the shittiest paint you could possibly imagine. Almost no rust except some surface rust in certain areas. I am 16 and don't have much money to spend painting it. Maaco quoted me $940 for rust/paint. I can afford this but I am not sure I really want a maaco paint job, you know? I was wondering how crazy it would be to just buy a compressor, paint gun, etc and do it myself. This way I could repaint it whenever I want as long as I have free time and money for paint. My dad would also appreciate the compressor. Should I save up for a quality job (don't really want to do this as I only make like $800/month and paintjobs cost $2000+, right?), go with maaco, or buy all the shit and do it myself? Thanks, alternative suggestions are also welcome.
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buy all the shit and do it yourself. -
rattle can itComment
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Keep in mind that if you do buy a compressor, spray gun, air hose, respirator etc. It will still cost you $400 plus for the paint, hardener, primer , tape, sandpaper and stuff. Auto body supplies aren't cheap.sigpicComment
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Search this section for tips, buy or borrow a decent spray gun and compressor and do it. My Dad and I did the same thing when I was 17 and I'll never forget that.Comment
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just do the roller job with the rustoleum. a little more work but usually turns out good.sigpic
1991 325iC w/ 75k Original Miles, Brillantrot, 5-speed, 16" BBS RX's, Black Leather Sport Heated Seats, LSD, and Diving Boards for life!!!:DComment
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I didn't actually know the exact figure but I figured it would be quite expensive. . . The only thing is though, even if I get finished with the job costing more than a maaco one (which I am expecting), I will end up with a compressor, paint gun, etc etc. So every subsequent time I need to paint something it would only cost $400 for supplies. Plus, a compressor would be really useful around my house for other shit too, so I figure my dad would most likely chip in on that. I am really leaning towards doing this myself :)Comment
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just pay to get good paint then find a good painter to spray it/try to do the prep work yourself for the most part!sigpicComment
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If you want a nice paint job for less than retail, here is what to do: grab your local yellow pages and look up "Auto Body Supplies" and head down to the nearest one.
Ask the person behind the counter (unless they seem like a dick, then try somewhere else) if they know someone who paints cars (don't be a retard about it, of fucking COURSE they do, you are in a goddamn paint store!) for decent prices.
Call that person and work some magic. Offer up your older sister, your single aunt, whatever. Tell him you can sweep floors, or sand, or scrub parts, whatever.
Good luck!
Luke
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Diy:borg:Comment
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do it yourself. learn from doing it the first time and get better at it. then you can paint your friends car's and give them a better deal! buddy of mine does this to for his S13 240 buddy's.E30 325I > SOLD
E30 318IS > SOLD
E39 530I > SOLD
EP3 > SOLD
95 M3 > SOLD
97 M3 > DDComment
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just curious is there any diy books or manuals from body work to paint and finish ? ive had experience with most of this but i really want to learn more about itComment
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I do sugest doing it yourself. HOWEVER, do remember, this is A LOT of work. Painting a car is not simple matter, especially if you are doing it for the first time. Lucky for me, I had an experienced friend help me along with my first job.
So, I say DIY. Just make sure you are prepared for all of the monotonous prep work. Painting will most likely take up only about 10% of the time.
If you can do all the prep work and then find someone to just shoot it for cheap, thats even beter.Comment
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