Gents...
I know there a couple of talented individuals who have painted Gul 850s previously and seem rather spot on when it comes to bodywork... so, given mine currently sports the Volvo stage one weight reduction package, ie the front wings resemble Ryvita... it's in dire need of a freshen up.
Now yes, I know the only way to make it mint is to paint the whole thing but for the sake of my sanity and bank account, for now I was hoping to get the wings sorted along with the tailgate... which is also holier than the bible. I have replacement panels, rot free too which is a minor miracle so my hope was to get them painted.
The issue being, nobody wants to touch it unless it's involves a full respray and a bill to rival Guam's national debt. I fully appreciate the match will never be spot on however I went to a local paint supplier and their Gul flashcard is pretty perfect so that's a step in the right direct. I also fully appreciate the front wings will need blended into the doors to save a hard edge however the tailgate can just be painted as is.
So, to those who have undertaken such a task... any hints, tips or suggestions? Anybody mixed their own paint and tweaked it to get a better match or is off the shelf, a blend and a hope and pray as good as can be expected?
Failing that, anybody in the business, bristling with enthusiasm for such nonsense and fancy a challenge?
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