Jean-Woo Kim wrote: >My burgundy '87 Westy is showing its age with general fading all over >and a dull look to it. Particularly faded are the pop-top, front, and >the sliding door areas. I have been thinking about putting a fresh >coat of paint (same color) to rejuvenate its look. My concern is what >it will do to its resale value. Another concern is the cost of a good >paint-job. I am thinking of spending about 1K. What do you think? And >what have you done to your Vanagons? > > > > My 88 GL is also Burgundy. I am facing a paint job as well. Top is gone, front end paint is chipped badly, a few dents here and there that need attention. lots of door pings when other drivers were careless. I would like maybe to switch paint next time to Toredo Red, perhaps, but haven't really decided. But it must be done soon. I'm going to start getting rust in places soon if I done get it done. I know there are different quality paint jobs. What would the List suggest and what would one expect to pay Thanks, John Rodgers 88 GL driver |
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