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: It's painting season.


ChaosMalibu
Nov 5th, 01, 9:08 AM
Yeah.. If everything goes well, My car will be going to the Body shop for a little body work and a lot of paint. http://www.chevelles.com/forum/smile.gif

I think my decision is final about the paint.
I minimized my options to 2..

1) Blue
2) Dark purple

When i saw dark purple, I mean something like the 1998 Ford Mustang color. (I was told it is called "Thistle Metallic")

About the blue.. I am not sure about the shade.. But i was thinking between medium and dark blue.. Fathom blue is a nice color.. Really nice.. but i think it might be too dark.. is it??

What i wanted to know.. I wanted suggestions, and paint codes that will go with your suggestions.

Thanks a lot in advance,
Shai.

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Restoration started: February 10th 2001
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normie
Nov 5th, 01, 10:28 AM
shai The darker the color, the more obscure the color and metallics become.. For example a PLUM Purple will look black in most cases.. that is cool and a pain sometimes.. But remember it'll be your COLOR.. so go too your local body supply store, look through all of they're "Chip Books" and find a color you like.. ask them too mix a half quart for you and have your body guy do a test panel for you.. one you can have and look at in sunlight, streetlights, darkness etc... That way You'll know you will be happy with the final result! Good Luck.. Can't wait too see pics!

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