Paint matching on a deck lid

[avsarinana]

Can seem to find any paint shop, to paint match my deck lid... Can anyone recommend a place in Corona, California or riverside county .. Thanks!

[Jack Stands]

It’ll be difficult to get an exact match on a metallic paint finish. You might want to settle for close. I’d even consider trying a rattle can from Automotive Touchup to see if it might be acceptable to you before paying a body shop.

[mills911c3]

Originally Posted by Jack Stands

It’ll be difficult to get an exact match on a metallic paint finish. You might want to settle for close. I’d even consider trying a rattle can from Automotive Touchup to see if it might be acceptable to you before paying a body shop.

Would you consider shipping Ur hood East? I had a local match my valance to my faded 77 Carrera 3.0 so well ! There gotta be shops that will go that extra step out there!

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[avsarinana]

Originally Posted by mills911c3

Would you consider shipping Ur hood East? I had a local match my valance to my faded 77 Carrera 3.0 so well ! There gotta be shops that will go that extra step out there!

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I agree with you, There has to be a shop out here, that will tackle this...I'm looking. If not get a pretty close paint match. Not asking for perfection, My car is driver!

Thanks!

[ghamilton]

I had my local shop scan 3 areas on my guards red car.

They made a large rattlecan and bottle for me.

I was respraying all my lower valence to cover up the worn areas.

Matched perfectly. I know it's over shutz and not metallic so may be an easier match.

Someone's gotta be able to do that on the west coast.

[plexiform]

I'm finding the same problem with my guards red 75 911 on the central coast in CA. I can't find anyone who wants to take on the job for a reasonable price.

[ghamilton]

Ran me around $60; brought my TR6 trunk lid in and they did the same thing.

They must have a scanner, no other way to properly match older faded paint.

What were they quoting you?

[plexiform]

Originally Posted by ghamilton

Ran me around $60; brought my TR6 trunk lid in and they did the same thing.

They must have a scanner, no other way to properly match older faded paint.

What were they quoting you?

I've been told $500 for the decklid. This included filling several holes from the 930 whale tail that used to be on it.

[garment]

I'd love to find such a place to make me a rattle can and scan my car. I've got a new-to-me decklid for my Targa (to replace the whale tail) and just got an estimate from a well-regarded shop here in the DC-metro area - on a full strip, skim, blocking, refitting, ensuring the latch works, etc. it could be $1,000, but minimum is ~$500. Trying a DIY solution for $60 sounds like a good bet to me, I can always go the $$ route later.

Anyone know of such a shop in the D.C. area?

Originally Posted by ghamilton

I had my local shop scan 3 areas on my guards red car.

They made a large rattlecan and bottle for me.

I was respraying all my lower valence to cover up the worn areas.

Matched perfectly. I know it's over shutz and not metallic so may be an easier match.

Someone's gotta be able to do that on the west coast.

[ghamilton]

Your results on a big area with a rattle can would not be great.

$500 to just bring them the lid and you fit it would probably be worth it.

[Jonny042]

Originally Posted by plexiform

I've been told $500 for the decklid. This included filling several holes from the 930 whale tail that used to be on it.

Given they'd have to weld the holes then straighten out the lid and block sand it etc. $500 is actually not a bad price. Bodywork is time consuming and expensive. Paint and materials are too.

If it's any consolation, it's going to be a good investment in your car and you won't regret it!

[Jonny042]

PS - the appropriate 911 SC or Carrera (can't tell which yours is) emblem would really set it off, too. The rest of the car looks pretty nice - paint is nice and the panel alignment looks good too.

[avsarinana]

Originally Posted by Jonny042

PS - the appropriate 911 SC or Carrera (can't tell which yours is) emblem would really set it off, too. The rest of the car looks pretty nice - paint is nice and the panel alignment looks good too.

Its a 911 Super Carrera and the holes for the emblem are still there.. Once painted I'll put an 911SC emblem back on.

Thanks!

[avsarinana]

Originally Posted by Jonny042

Given they'd have to weld the holes then straighten out the lid and block sand it etc. $500 is actually not a bad price. Bodywork is time consuming and expensive. Paint and materials are too.

If it's any consolation, it's going to be a good investment in your car and you won't regret it!

I would be willing to pay 500 to 600 for a decent job.. My car is in very good condition. It has a freshly rebuilt motor, with just three thousand miles on it.

Chow.

[Bucketlist]

Originally Posted by ghamilton

Your results on a big area with a rattle can would not be great.

$500 to just bring them the lid and you fit it would probably be worth it.

Had a small spot on my drivers door near the handle that bothered me so I tried to fix it. After the third try I took it to a body shop where they painted the whole door, did a great job matching the paint and cost $450 with no body repair. I am very happy and relieved it is fixed. Had to trust they would do a good job.

[steely]

BTDT - I had the same problem around Philly, I needed someone to shoot my lid and tail, and none of the 4 recommended shops would touch it. At least there were 3 that said "no" out of the gate, but one jerk kept stringing me along.

I lucked out big time and found a local Pelicanite (Matt aka 'Fixer') that offered to do both, and he had me accompany him to a reputable paint supplier/distributor, where I learned first-hand that the paint alone isn't cheap. The match was a little off and he was more unsatisfied than I was (b/c his personal standards are high), but I knew my venetian blue metallic would be a big challenge, so I was prepared. It turned out great, and since I have the original (with its patina) saved, I am happy.

IIRC, you have the original with tail, so keep looking and good luck.

[avsarinana]

Originally Posted by steely

BTDT - I had the same problem around Philly, I needed someone to shoot my lid and tail, and none of the 4 recommended shops would touch it. At least there were 3 that said "no" out of the gate, but one jerk kept stringing me along.

I lucked out big time and found a local Pelicanite (Matt aka 'Fixer') that offered to do both, and he had me accompany him to a reputable paint supplier/distributor, where I learned first-hand that the paint alone isn't cheap. The match was a little off and he was more unsatisfied than I was (b/c his personal standards are high), but I knew my venetian blue metallic would be a big challenge, so I was prepared. It turned out great, and since I have the original (with its patina) saved, I am happy.

IIRC, you have the original with tail, so keep looking and good luck.

I found someone that says he will do the job, in riverside county 50 years in business good reviews computerized color matching , less than 30 minutes from my house... I sent him photos of the car. He gave me a estimated quote. He still needs to see the car in person. One of the main problems is most of the paint and body shops these days are swamp with insurance work and wont touch anything else.. I'll keep you posted and let ya all know, how this turns out, only cause I would like to make a recommendation for someone that may need this in the future?

Thanks!

[proporsche]

avsa..i have a friend in Santa Monica he has a paint shop right at the Lincoln Blvd Exit , 310 450 0855 Bair`s Keystone body shop,inc

Ask for Mike Smilove and tell him Ivan sent you;-)
He painted my 911 as a gift for me before i shipped it to Europe;-)

Ivan

[Avanti]

You just have to find the right guy and sounds like you may have. My guy in San Diego matched the old paint on my car by eye. He’s done many jobs for me. A scan with a spectrophotometer is often most accurate but I’ve seen more than once where the camera’s computer formula still needs to be adjusted by the human eye and checked in various natural light situations.

[avsarinana]

Originally Posted by proporsche

avsa..i have a friend in Santa Monica he has a paint shop right at the Lincoln Blvd Exit , 310 450 0855 Bair`s Keystone body shop,inc

Ask for Mike Smilove and tell him Ivan sent you;-)
He painted my 911 as a gift for me before i shipped it to Europe;-)

Ivan

Thanks Ivan greatly appreciated ...i'm already half way committed to this other shop, so that's the route i'm going to take. However, if this somehow falls through, i will definitely give Mike Smilove a call.

Thanks again..life is good.