H-E-L-L-O
#1
06-14-2005, 11:13 PM
H-E-L-L-O
I am like sort of a newbie....but I plan on doing something to my car this summer...I need you guys!
#4
06-15-2005, 12:05 PM
RE: H-E-L-L-O
Thanks.....
Well...I was thinking about a sunroof but people keep on telling me NO!
So I think its over for that idea. I want have my car painted a different color but
is Maaco a place that you guys would think would do a good job?
Well...I was thinking about a sunroof but people keep on telling me NO!
So I think its over for that idea. I want have my car painted a different color but
is Maaco a place that you guys would think would do a good job?
#5
06-15-2005, 01:07 PM
RE: H-E-L-L-O
As you were wisely advised, I would avoid an aftermarket sunroof. Just about every aftermarket sunroof I've seen has some sort of leak or quality issue. The places that do a real good, leak-proof job, are pretty expensive.
Concerning paint, if you're going to a different color, it's gonna cost quite a bit more because you have to get the door and trunk jambs, plus the engine compartment painted as well. It'll save you a lot of money to stay with the same color, but if you just hate the current color or have money to spare, then go for it!
Where you go to get a paint job depends a lot on how much you want to spend and the end result you have in mind. They can range anywhere from $500 to $15000, even more in some special cases. If the car is without any major body damage, $2000 and up is ideal for a good quality job. And it's really not the franchise you have to pay attention to, it the actual painters. Overall I would say Maaco does not hire very good painters. They are a discount body shop focused on saving money so their painter requirements won't be as strict as other higher end body shops. I've seen Maaco do some really good work, but this is only IF your car falls into the hands of a good painter. But, from my personal experience with Maaco, I would look elsewhere. For me, they've been more trouble than they're worth and I especially would not trust them with a complete color change.
But usually, a good shop will hire overall good painters. You may just have to look around in your area and ask to see examples of the work they are putting out. Be sure and look at more than one car for consistency. Sorry this is so long....
Concerning paint, if you're going to a different color, it's gonna cost quite a bit more because you have to get the door and trunk jambs, plus the engine compartment painted as well. It'll save you a lot of money to stay with the same color, but if you just hate the current color or have money to spare, then go for it!
Where you go to get a paint job depends a lot on how much you want to spend and the end result you have in mind. They can range anywhere from $500 to $15000, even more in some special cases. If the car is without any major body damage, $2000 and up is ideal for a good quality job. And it's really not the franchise you have to pay attention to, it the actual painters. Overall I would say Maaco does not hire very good painters. They are a discount body shop focused on saving money so their painter requirements won't be as strict as other higher end body shops. I've seen Maaco do some really good work, but this is only IF your car falls into the hands of a good painter. But, from my personal experience with Maaco, I would look elsewhere. For me, they've been more trouble than they're worth and I especially would not trust them with a complete color change.
But usually, a good shop will hire overall good painters. You may just have to look around in your area and ask to see examples of the work they are putting out. Be sure and look at more than one car for consistency. Sorry this is so long....
#6
06-15-2005, 10:27 PM
RE: H-E-L-L-O
WOW thanks Jake...I really appreciate your response!!
Ok so it's a 100% no on the sunroof...and I am at like 50-50 on getting a paint job.
I think I just might stick to some rims and new tires...lol...I don't want my car too look masculine or anything.
Ok so it's a 100% no on the sunroof...and I am at like 50-50 on getting a paint job.
I think I just might stick to some rims and new tires...lol...I don't want my car too look masculine or anything.
#8
06-16-2005, 08:38 AM
RE: H-E-L-L-O
LOL! You're very welcome. A good paint job won't be masculine, it will set your car apart from the rest. [sm=w00t.gif] Immaculate paint and body work will always be appreciated by any car enthusiast. But rims and tires are always a good start. 
#9
06-18-2005, 03:12 PM
RE: H-E-L-L-O
It is beige and it's a 2000 lx.
I will have to take some pictures of it. I am off for 11 days...so will do!!
I will have to take some pictures of it. I am off for 11 days...so will do!!