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Hello,

I have some questions regarding re-painting in cellulose. My mini has quite a very nice cellulose paint job that is only 4 years old, however it is the wrong colour and their are also a few bodywork issues that were not dealt with properly and have since made themselves known. The drivers side a panel and door skin appear as though they might be full of filler with rust starting to bubble back through. There are a few other minor defects that i will also be taking car of.

My question is this. Once i have properly repaired said issues can i re-paint in the correct island blue straight over the current teal blue paint. Would it be possible to avoid taking the paint back, priming and sanding etc. Obviously i will need to take the shine off of the current paint to ensure the new paint adheres but will it need priming again?

Once i have painted the car i would like to achieve a slightly less shiny finish to better match the original paint inside and to better show the age of the car. I have read about people doing this but not how. I would assume that using a lower grit wet and dry like 800 or 1000 and polishing by hand instead of a machine might work. Anyone tried this?

Thanks for the help.

Daniel

There is nothing wrong with using a good paint layer as a base coat as long as it is rubbed down properly.

I have not used Selly for some years now as it's so much more hassle than 2Pack.

As far as getting the finish you are after, I suspect it will be a case of trial & error. I have only ever managed to get a used / patinated look whenever I have painted anything

Thanks Mark, sounds good. Can't wait to get the car back to island blue. Cheers,

Daniel