Gday all,

Trust you all had a good Christmas/New Years. I finally had my 280ZX resprayed over the break. I have attached a few photos to show you guys how it has come up. The car was gone for many for bodywork and the spray job so I am happy to have it home.

For those who are interestedm the spray procees was 2 coats base, 3 coats clear, baked in the oven. From there we blocked the entire car with 1200 paper before going back for a light coat of base, followed by 2 coats of clear to flow coat the car for a mirror finish.

I reccomend flow coating the car to anyone who may be spraying their car as it gives a finish that is 100 times better.

Haydos

Its very pretty, but why the clear coat between the base coats? Or put another way, why did you put another base coat on after wetsanding, why not just clear?

Ive heard that it makes the colour shine more. But i dont have a clue why, or if thats evan true.

Yes it does make the colour shine more. I also dont know why but do know that it is very true and worth the extra effort if you want your car to look that extra bit better. The way the process is done depends on different painters, some guys at the shop were saying not to but any base on the second time, but my painter stuck to his guns and has done a good job for me.

Sure looks like a terrific job. Great choice of color, too.

The car looks good Hayden, great job. All your hard work definetely paid off. Good luck finishing the rest of the car!

Great to see someone taking an interest in the 280ZX, nearly all the ones for sale are rusted out neglected junk. Not that I want a 2+2 but a two seater would do nicely

I would have to agree I absolutely love the color its really gorgeous, good work man.