Cheap/Reasonable bodyshop?

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Old Sep 24, 2008 | 10:24 PM
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Cheap/Reasonable bodyshop?

Alright, I've been looking for somewhere to get my car sprayed, but don't really know where to start. Initially I was going to goto earl sheib in redwood city and just get a white spray but honestly at this point I think it's worthwhile to spend a bit more for a better quality spray. They quoted me 650 after some bodywork(2 holes filled, 1 hood dent, 1 rear deck dent).

If anyone knows a body guy that would be willing to pick up a side project or a shop that could spray my car with the minimal body work listed(without jams is ok) for about 1500, i'd be open to all suggestions.

Here's a pic of my car for referance:



As you can see, the spray has been a long time coming. Any suggestions or help would be appreciated.
Old Sep 24, 2008 | 11:16 PM
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my friend just sprayed his 510 using the $25 gallon Kragen paint, seriously try it. It looks really good for the $150 he spent on paint. You will need a gun tho.

If not, then mask the car off yourself and sand it, then have someone paint it. My friend did this, then took his triumph herald to Maaco and got a nice paint job. THe only overspray that happened was my friends fault for bad masks. Maaco isnt bad if you mask yourself.

Why dont you bondo the dents yourself? its really easy if youve never done it. especially filling holes.

IMO your car looks awesome flat black, no kidding, i would trade my car straight up for that if it were in = condition

But obviously if you want it done right, then Ballz might be able to do something for your price.

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Old Sep 24, 2008 | 11:39 PM
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I'd spray it but... $1500 is not in my ball park..
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