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Posted by Nick <iframe src='https://members5.boardhost.com/impalass427/info/user=427impalasportcoupe' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on 2/1/2019, 7:42 pm

How much does it cost to paint a big 1969 Impala? Body work is done. Fine sanding and primer, with prep and the painting booth is done. State of the Art with electronic monitoring. I am ready to buy the tires and wheels. A lot of work ahead. NICK L72

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Re: Ready to paint

Posted by steveimpala <iframe src='https://members5.boardhost.com/impalass427/info/user=steveimpala' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on 2/2/2019, 6:06 pm, in reply to "Ready to paint"

I was given a $15K to $20K estimate to have my '69 painted... I would have to remove all trim , bumpers, etc from the vehicle.

post some more pictures Nick !

Thanks

Steve

Steve

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Posted by Nick <iframe src='https://members5.boardhost.com/impalass427/info/user=427impalasportcoupe' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on 2/3/2019, 4:44 pm, in reply to "Re: Ready to paint"

Mine is stripped and final sanding being done. waiting for the estimate to finish paint job original Le-Mans Blue. It will be shinier than new.

Next will be the hood, then primer. NICK L72

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Posted by TRQ <iframe src='https://members5.boardhost.com/impalass427/info/user=trq427' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on 2/4/2019, 6:52 am, in reply to "Re: Ready to paint"

Looks like they got on it and didn't waste any time. Looks good Nick, glad to see this rare piece coming together.

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Looks great Nick !

Steve

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Posted by Richard <iframe src='https://members5.boardhost.com/impalass427/info/user=luckkky1' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on 2/1/2019, 11:23 pm, in reply to "Ready to paint"

Are you going with the exact factory color? Im just finishing up mine and went with a modern color that has a lot of metallic in it.It took 3 gallons. 10-20 grand is bout right for the paintjob. The paint I went with was $1200 per gallon That doesnt include the clear and other materials. Here it is in basecoat.

Here is it with clear before polishing

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Your color looks like Le-mans and then it gets darker at different angles. What is it called? An awesome job and shine. NICK L72

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Posted by Richard <iframe src='https://members5.boardhost.com/impalass427/info/user=luckkky1' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on 2/16/2019, 2:23 pm, in reply to "Re: Ready to paint"

The color is is very similar to Lemans Blue, but has a lot of metallic in it. I wanted my car to shimmer in the sunshine. It is called "Hot Hues Warp Speed Blue" made by Dupont/Axalta. I was inspired after watching these video clips:

Your progress looks great and quick!! It took me 4 years to get mine to this point.

Re: Ready to paint

Posted by Gene <iframe src='https://members5.boardhost.com/impalass427/info/user=tuffss4u' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on 2/1/2019, 8:44 pm, in reply to "Ready to paint"

I'm planning on spending $20,000 for the paint

Re: Ready to paint

Posted by 68ss427 <iframe src='https://members5.boardhost.com/impalass427/info/user=68ss427' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on 2/2/2019, 7:40 am, in reply to "Re: Ready to paint"

Nick, just the cost for the painter's labor, the black paint, clear, and fine sanding on my last project 3 years ago was $3800. The big money, the bodywork including sandblasting, metal fab, welding and body prep for paint is the killer. Everybody always asks who painted the car but it's the bodyman who should get the credit because a good paint job won't hide poor metal work, especially black or dark color cars. Altogether, mine was over $20k.

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Thank You Guys. I will have $50,000.00 in it before paint. That is what happens when a car is driven. I have to paint it first, then new wheels and tires. I purchased all the trim and carpet. Engine is ready to go together, then assembly by Me. New seat covers and buns, windshield, new shocks, and exhaust is to be fabricated by My Son. It will cost $75,000.00 to $80,000.00 when done. Do You think I can get $1000,000.00 when it is done? I can not wait to drive it. I should have bought a Cadillac CTS-V. NICK L72

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Posted by Gene <iframe src='https://members5.boardhost.com/impalass427/info/user=tuffss4u' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on 2/16/2019, 7:12 pm, in reply to "Re: Ready to paint"

Nick I know how you feel,I have $50K in mine,still have paint,engine and reassembly to go

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Gene. I am negotiating now to get a good number on that paint job. The best painter in the area is summoned to do Mine if We can agree on a price. The best materials went into the body, and the used trunk and hood were walnut blasted. The body is straighter than new, an the roof is perfect. I'll let You know what it will cost except if They do it for nothing. No estimate; no cost. Later Dude. NICK L72

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