I agree with you on the mechanicals vs paint. But, everytime I notice the
dings, dimples, etc., I have to physically restrain myself - usually that
consists of taking out the $2 - 3K estimate from the paint shop and reading
it carefully again. The paint can be solved so quickly, the mechanicals
seem to take so long. I just keep thinkng "drive, drive . . . ."
Gary
"Victor B. Michael" wrote:
> Thanks to all who had responded to my questions about the cost of a
> paint job.
> A lot of interesting and varying opinions and prices. ($300 - $3500)
>
> While contemplating the paint, it occurred to me that this stage, is in
> fact, a decision pivot point for my level of commitment to "restoring"
> this Spitfire. While my Spitfire is not in the best of shape (not bad,
> mind you) I'm not sure that a car valued at its highest, around $8000 is
> worth investing nearly one-half of that value in the paint.
>
> I would love to have a perfectly restored Spit, but it will serve me
> better and would make better use of my money in mechanicals, to enjoy
> the car as a driver and not to worry about the perfect paint job. It
> has a bonnet problem, which is really an eye-sore and an embarrassment
> that I intend to fix soon, I think that's where I'll be drawing the
> line.
>
> Is this where the "men/women" (serious enthusiasts) get seperated from
> the "boys/girls" (not so serious)?
>
> Lil Boy Vic
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