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That’s a very expensive way to paint (custom mixed enamel in spray cans, and as 962 mentioned, without the benefit of a catalyzing hardener). My son lovingly did a Sears garden tractor this way and got his heart broken when some spilled gasoline took the shiny paint right off.

I’d think that by definition, a paint jobber could mix what you need either in something like Limco (see 962’s other posts) or a similar lower-end urethane system. This assumes, of course, that you could gain access to good compressed air. Harbor Freight’s mid-line HVLP guns give decent results. Many ways to approach this but going thru all that work and expense for such a fragile finish sounds like a frustrating plan.

Best of luck to you Sir,
John

PS: 962, that Bug looks great. Perfect color for such an organic shape(s)
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