You often hear people lament the cost of painting a car, but in a sense that's not a very accurate way to look at it; the "painting" portion of the process is really just the tip of the iceberg. For ...

The key to excellent paint lies in hours and hours of sanding, even after the color coats are applied. Black paint highlights any flaws, making each buffing step more critical. “We always start with ...

Nearly every year, and as recently as in the May '08 issue, HOT ROD tells you the basics as well as the latest tips and tricks in paint and bodywork. So by now you should have a pretty good handle on ...