As I am about to embark on a total body restoration of my 84 Westy (Wolfie) - two tone Brown bottom, tan top. I plan to have the entire exterior stripped and then remove all window glass, prior to repainting. I have light rust, and one panel I plan to replace.
The question is. since it is all somewhat original on the exterior, with the only modifications being the Bumper Hitch and Hella Fogs in front, should I repaint with the same colors or change to something more popular and what does changing do to value? (Not that I ever plan on selling it!)
What colors was the Wolfsburg edition - Full Camper - available in?
What kind of paint is best, most durable? The guy I used in 1993, who did the last, re-paint used an epoxy Enamel, if I recall. I am thinking of using the same guy again, as it did a fantastic job (but this time, I am leaving the rust repair up to him this time).
Thanks for any suggestions you may have.
Jack Reynaert 84 Westy - owned since 87 181,000 miles on the body, less than 50k miles on the 2.1 motor. North of Detroit (3 miles from VW's US Head Quarters) |
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