I've read a lot of posts that say that PPW is such a hard color to match. I understand why it could be but I'm wondering if anyone has actually had really good results with matching it.

I'm on the verge of either repainting my OE bumper, ordering a aerosync lip for it, or getting a whole new bumper. Either way I'll need to get something painted.

Appreciate the help. Thanks...

 

I've seen a few that was matched pretty well. The only way you'd tell is probably in less light or at night.

 

Here on the forum? Have a name?

 

dont look at the VRT thread all though that kid has nice motor work the paint is horrible

 

Mine matches. Be sure they blend in the paint.

 

Blend in? What exactly do you mean?

 

overspray onto hood and front fenders so its not just a straight line of 2 different colors

 

PPW is difficult to get right by most bodyshops. Many simply go by the color code. You need to find a shop that knows how to blend and match, rather then just using a color code.

 

We painted couple lip and wings for PPW. Matched perfect.
Just make sure you use correct paint code from Nissan. Do not just use gas cap and ask bodyshop to match it. That will not turn out perfect. Also painting the base is very important!

 

good info on the paint its gonna b very useful to me in the future

 

I'm taking my car to the shop today to get a body kit put on. (my car is ppw) The guy at the shop was asknig my if i want him to paint the panel of the car (blend) so it will match better. So my answer is going to be big YES.

 

I have had PPW paint re-done on my front bumper a few times (from tracking) and the match has came out great everytime. Most compatent body shops will do just fine.

 

Thanks to everyone that has responded with information thus far. Your help is very much appreciated on my part.

So to this point what I've learned is:

-have body shop BLEND & MATCH paint, not just use color code
-use overspray for a good mix between panels

Am I missing anything else??

 

^ Don't take the car if it isn't acceptable. Let them know up front, you won't take the car unless the paint is matched 100%. If they are competent and confident (and have an ego), they will assure you it will be blended perfectly and wil accept the business...

 

I used to work for this dealership and I know everyone that works in the bodyshop. They have the reputation of having the best bodyshop/painters where I live. I won't have a problem being frank with them. Plus I trust them to do an excellent job.

I just want to make sure I relay the proper information to them before the job is done.

 

I have been pondering this as well. I have chips on my fenders and my bumper looks bad due to construction.

I almost wondered if the dealer would be the best place to go to get the paint done. I want a aeosync bumper, but I might almost go with a lip just cause it might be cheaper to replace concidering it may get wrecked with the crappy roads around here.

 

That PPW roadster you are talking about is mine, the hood was not yet painted. I will have to repaint the whole car soon to get every thing match.

 

make sure you or the shop don't spray too much pearl on it...

 

I know it was said before but make your intentions clear up front. I've had my fair share of dealing with paint shops who are full of idiots who think they know how to paint cars.

If it doesn't match, make sure you do not take the car and tell them that you would like it redone (DO NOT PAY THEM AGAIN).

Stay clear from the shops full of "homies" I've had nothing but problems haha. It's all about the professional shops who know what they are doing. If you see other classic cars or hotrods, then you are probably found a good shop

 

had to get a new front bumper my PPW.... my friends dad owned a bodyshop so i took my bumper and front lip to him.... just dropped it off and gave him the paint code and came back later on in the week to pick up my bumper and lip and the paint was a perfect match....

thats what i call a confident shop and some one who knows what the hell they're doing.