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Discussion in 'Other German' started by SEAL2CC, Jun 20, 2005.

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  1. SEAL2CC

    SEAL2CC Formula Junior

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    #1 SEAL2CC, Jun 20, 2005
    My wife has been an incredible supporter to me in my interests, multiple car acquisitions, other toys etc etc and ETC!! Breast cancer survivor (though not her love of pink from that). Anyway, she has always said that (since the new Beetle convertible came out) she would love one of these if only they came in PINK. Well, she lived through my Mondial purchase and many others, so I figure it's her turn. They do not make pink bugs so I am considering buying an '04-05 with few miles and having it repainted pink.

    Can those in the know give me some advice as to how best to go about this? What original color of paint would lend itself best to a PINK conversion? What level of dis-assembly, stripping, paint type, procedures etc should I specify and ask for? I want to do a nice job..not just a MAACO spray over - probably should strip trim, rubber, interior parts etc. How should I communicate and ask for this? Is a VW dealer body shop the best place to start - or a strong independent?

    Thanks for any thoughts.

    Chris
     
  2. XR4Tim

    XR4Tim Formula 3

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    #2 XR4Tim, Jun 20, 2005
    White or red would obviously be the best original colour to start with. I would pick white. As for prep work, how good of a paint job do you want? For the absolute best job, request that all glass and interior (seats, carpet, trim, possibly even dashboard) be removed prior to painting. I would go with a strong independent shop over the dealer. You aren't using a VW factory colour, and there is really no reason that the VW body shop would be required (any competent body shop can remove the interior and trim). You will probably save some money by going with an independent shop.
     
  3. 134282

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    #3 134282, Jun 23, 2005
    Dude, will this be a complete surprise for your wife...? If so, that's awesome and you rock... Congratulations on an awesome idea... Please keep us posted on how things go... and pictures...! Good luck...
     

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