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Subject:paint job
From:Bob Berkemer
Date:Sat, 4 Dec 1999 16:04:00 -0600

Well, got my new (nice used) pop top and I'm getting ready to have it
and the luggage carrier painted to match the body, (as was from the
factory). Went to one of the "big" auto body places yesterday and they
quote me a price of $1,000. This seems a bit high to me. Went to another
shop that was recommended by my VW mechanic and they quoted $500.
Hummmmmm.....

Anybody out there had their top painted and do you have any
recommendations? I want it to look as close to factory as possible and I
get nervous when they start talking about all the prep sanding. A smooth
shiny top isn't what I want.

TIA
Bob, 84 westy
Menomonie WI

P.S. Looked at a shinny new green diesel beetle today..... I want it!!!

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