Paint job/ 97+ Question..
08-12-12, 08:34 AM
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Paint job/ 97+ Question..
I currently have a 93 SC 300 Auto tranny with 140k and first 125k was babied by a grandma... Just wondering should I invest in a paint job or just get a new car soon. Want to make white or black possibly red. Anyone have any idea how much that would be for a full paint job? Also if i get it painted I found a 97+ front bumper with fog lights on craigslist for 380 obo not sure if thats a good deal or not. Would the car look awkward with only the 97+ front bumper or would i need the side skirts, rear bumper, etc also? Prices for those and best site to purchase would be nice. I live in Charlotte, NC if anyone lives here and is trying to sell those parts. I know I just listed so many questions but you guys always come through 
Pic of the current car:
Pic of the current car:
08-12-12, 09:33 AM
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These cars are big and depending on the amount of prep work needed. Its going to be well over 3K perhaps 4K.
I recently had my car painted the same color. Job was prob a 7/10 for $2K.
I would suggest a wrap which will be much cheaper and if you dont like it, you can pull it off
A wrap job will cost you about $1200-2K and you still have the original paint underneath.
A lot of guys with high end cars/regular leased cars i know are getting wraps because it protects the original paint job, That can mean a lot on a exotic when it comes to resale.
A 97 bumper wouldnt look out of place without side skirts or rear. Seen plenty of them around. I would suggest the kit from SHine Auto Project tho.
I recently had my car painted the same color. Job was prob a 7/10 for $2K.
I would suggest a wrap which will be much cheaper and if you dont like it, you can pull it off
A wrap job will cost you about $1200-2K and you still have the original paint underneath.
A lot of guys with high end cars/regular leased cars i know are getting wraps because it protects the original paint job, That can mean a lot on a exotic when it comes to resale.
A 97 bumper wouldnt look out of place without side skirts or rear. Seen plenty of them around. I would suggest the kit from SHine Auto Project tho.
08-15-12, 10:08 AM
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The full kit from that site is $1200 I just checked. Thats not too too bad however I'm sure it wont come in gold and ill have to pay to get it painted as well as find someone to put on... Kinda new to forums not sure if possibly i could find a used all around kit already gold on site. Where to look is the question lol
08-15-12, 02:11 PM
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Considering how much I've spent on 97+ parts and paint, sometimes I wish I had simply purchased a 97+ to save some money. But that's the price to pay to have a 5speed with 97+ body. 
IMO, 97+ bumper without side skirt looks off balance. It hangs much lower and ruins the flow of body line. Side skirts are a must.
IMO, 97+ bumper without side skirt looks off balance. It hangs much lower and ruins the flow of body line. Side skirts are a must.
08-15-12, 02:48 PM
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A wrap is for sure the way to go, the possibilities are endless and as said, you can always take it of. It even protects the paint. You got to find the right printer/installer and I found this site with a very complete listing custom-car-wraps
08-15-12, 05:45 PM
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the plastidip kit is way cheaper about 300 for a full car and comes with the sprayer http://www.dipyourcar.com/product.ph...&cat=15&page=1
then you could get the glossifer to give it a shine but idk how much it would take since it only comes in a can. you can also clear coat it as well and it will still peel right off
then you could get the glossifer to give it a shine but idk how much it would take since it only comes in a can. you can also clear coat it as well and it will still peel right off
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