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Old Mar 2, 2002 | 01:13 PM
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need a paint job

I live in Ellicott city md, and I just got an 84 z28. Body is in really good shape, but I need to get a paint job. How much should it cost, has anyone had it done in this area?:hail: :hail: :hail:
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Old Mar 2, 2002 | 01:26 PM
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Car: Met. Silver 85 IROC/Sold
Engine: 350 HO Deluxe (350ci/330hp)
Transmission: T-5 (Non-WC)
Axle/Gears: Limited Slip 3.23's
The body of my 85 IROC was good and straight. I removed all the ground effects, spoilers, grill, door handles, locks, etc. The cost of painting, along with new windshield and side moldings, was around $1200.

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Old Mar 2, 2002 | 05:42 PM
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Car: 1982 Firebird
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JamesC, is that the factory silver? I'm going to paint my Firebird silver and I was looking at the different shades. I really like the color of yours, do you have any more pics?
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Old Mar 2, 2002 | 05:56 PM
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Car: Met. Silver 85 IROC/Sold
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82firebird,

Yes, the color is factory stock.

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Old Mar 2, 2002 | 06:00 PM
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Car: Met. Silver 85 IROC/Sold
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Let me try that again.
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Old Mar 2, 2002 | 06:01 PM
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One more.
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Old Mar 2, 2002 | 06:44 PM
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car looks nice, where did you have it done?
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Old Mar 2, 2002 | 08:56 PM
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The body shop is just a local place here in town--thought the owner has many, many years of experience.

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