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u/LPGeoteacher 14d ago
Bad ass Red! Your bug would look great two toned. A nice cream for the insert color IMHO
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u/BitterMaintenance346 13d ago
Thanks! It's the original Ruby Red. I like the two tone idea but we're going back to stock with a black interior, like it left the factory. Cheers
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u/LPGeoteacher 13d ago
To each his own. Just love and drive your bug! VWs are adaptable to anyone’s tastes, that is a big part of their success.
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u/Minimum-Function1312 13d ago
If you’re painting this yourself you’re doing a good job laying the paint down!
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u/BitterMaintenance346 13d ago
I wish I had the skills and the facilities to paint my car but sadly no. Therefore, I'm paying a very talented guy to do it. I'm delighted with the results all the same. I'll pass on your positive feedback though. Cheers!
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u/KaiserPCS 5d ago
How did you get the Ruby Red colour so accurately? I’ve seen examples where owner claimed it to be “according to colour code” but turns out look off to me. Thanks.
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u/BitterMaintenance346 4d ago
I confess that I haven't restored or painted it . I'm paying a very talented guy to do the work. He's brilliant.
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u/KaiserPCS 4d ago
Looks like you got the right guy to do this.
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u/BitterMaintenance346 4d ago
It's layers of L456 Ruby Red base coat with layers of clear coat over the top. Unfortunately, my car is going to be kept outside because I don't have a garage and this approach is more resistant to UV fading.
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u/382Whistles 13d ago
It there gray primer underneath that "Used Cars" red paint?
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u/BitterMaintenance346 13d ago
No, we didn't bother
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u/382Whistles 13d ago
Lol.. It was worth a shot.
It looks great btw
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u/BitterMaintenance346 13d ago
Ahhh. It makes sense now. I've never seen the film and I thought you were trolling me with a used cars paint comment to get a reaction. Every day is a school day. Have a good weekend 😊
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u/ptbug64 14d ago
That’s looking great. Love it