Blue66 |
Fri Aug 21, 2020 3:07 pm |
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I have a 71 Super Beetle convertible that is about ready for paint. I had an estimate done and was given a quote of 2000 to 2500. Of course that would be if I bought the paint and materials first. I don't want a show quality paint just so all fenders, doors, etc. are one original color (Marina blue). Much of car is currently in primer. Does this sound like a reasonable cost to you? |
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RLFD213 |
Fri Aug 21, 2020 7:20 pm |
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Body work is very expensive. It takes a lot of man hours to get the car straight and ready for paint. If you don’t prep it right and make it straight you will not be happy with the end result. Blocking and sanding takes hours per panel. So as you can tell from my run in sentence, it’s all prep you’re paying for. Most times materials are the least expensive part of painting |
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Braukuche |
Fri Aug 21, 2020 8:20 pm |
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I’m doing a Ghia right now. No metal repair and light bodywork, probably have 40 hours into it and need to block one more time.
And then I have to shoot it, cut and buff...
If that price is simply to shoot and do no other work on the car I’d say it’s high, if it includes some light bodywork and cutting and buffing I’d say it’s cheap. |
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Lemons 4 Gigi |
Sat Aug 22, 2020 3:41 am |
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Braukuche wrote: if it includes some light bodywork and cutting and buffing I’d say it’s cheap.
What he said. If that is a drop it off and pick it up price that is extremely cheap... |
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Blue66 |
Sat Aug 22, 2020 12:33 pm |
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It does include some light body work. I already have many hours into prep work (too much to count). I am not an expert so he included some light work (if needed, when he looked gave some suggestions, to improve or address prior to paint ) in his estimate. He would also be taking fenders off and painting those separate. Currently does mostly muscle cars from 60's, but has done beetles in past. Small rural area not a lot of competition around. Thank you for your input. |
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2Dokas |
Wed Aug 26, 2020 7:05 am |
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I thought this might be a decent thread to ask about costs.
All things being equal - same quality, paint etc,
Which type of paint job would cost less? Any by about % less.
Single stage or color and clear coat?
thanks
Peter |
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Braukuche |
Wed Aug 26, 2020 11:20 am |
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2Dokas wrote: I thought this might be a decent thread to ask about costs.
All things being equal - same quality, paint etc,
Which type of paint job would cost less? Any by about % less.
Single stage or color and clear coat?
thanks
Peter
Single stage in theory, less time to complete the job. |
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Braukuche |
Wed Aug 26, 2020 11:21 am |
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2Dokas wrote: I thought this might be a decent thread to ask about costs.
All things being equal - same quality, paint etc,
Which type of paint job would cost less? Any by about % less.
Single stage or color and clear coat?
thanks
Peter
Single stage in theory, less time to complete the job. Maybe two hour difference? |
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Mike Fisher |
Wed Aug 26, 2020 11:32 am |
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Blue66 wrote: I have a 71 Super Beetle convertible that is about ready for paint. I had an estimate done and was given a quote of 2000 to 2500. Of course that would be if I bought the paint and materials first. I don't want a show quality paint just so all fenders, doors, etc. are one original color (Marina blue). Much of car is currently in primer. Does this sound like a reasonable cost to you?
He lives close, so you can keep an eye on his work.
Keep all the parts at your place and re-assemble it yourself.
2000-2500 sound fair as he's a good bodyman/painter & you've seen his work.
Brush on www.MasterSeriesct.com silver & black on chassis/suspension/inner fenders. |
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far rider |
Sun Aug 11, 2024 10:03 am |
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Like others have stated paint costs are now ridiculous. Just got a price for one gallon Pearl white base coat, clear coat, reducer and hardener - just over $700.00 !! Throw on the primer and sandpaper and you’re over $1000.
Is there a less expensive alternative to BC/CC ? |
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oprn |
Tue Aug 20, 2024 5:13 am |
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Tremclad in a quart can at the Hardware Store nearest you. Just don't expect the same shine or durability but it is better that some rattle can paints. |
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ABinNC |
Wed Sep 04, 2024 9:45 am |
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I just painted my 72 with shop line AU single stage for under $ 600
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