Complete Repaint to Different Color?

ZKindaGuy · 11-10-2009, 07:49 PM

I'm toying with the idea of going from Pearl White to Monterey Blue. I love my Pearl White with the Persimmon Interior but I think the Monterey Blue + Persimmon looks really sharp as well.

Has anyone ever had their 370Z or 350Z completely repainted including all the non-displayed areas of the body panels? I am curious as to what such a (quality) paint job costs and the average turn-around time?

dalparadise · 11-10-2009, 08:08 PM

It's a crazy idea that, in no way would ever make any financial sense. In fact, it would de-value your car in the long run. If you are hell bent on changing the color, you'd be better served (at least financially speaking) to choose a custom color that Nissan does not offer. Otherwise, it'll come off as a collision repair or a brain fart -- the latter being what you described.

dad · 11-10-2009, 08:13 PM

. That's a lot of money, and I'd choose a totally different color!

CrownR426 · 11-10-2009, 08:21 PM

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. That's a lot of money, and I'd choose a totally different color!

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130TC · 11-16-2009, 10:12 AM

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Simple remedy, take your car back to the dealer and arrange a part exchange and for a price cheaper than that of a respray you'll get a new car in the colour you want!

kannibul · 11-10-2009, 09:46 PM

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Originally Posted by dad

. That's a lot of money, and I'd choose a totally different color!

I agree, different color or something custom...

dalparadise · 11-10-2009, 08:32 PM

Another way to look at it would be to sell your car, take the hit, and buy a Monterrey Blue replacement (perhaps gently used or a 2009 holdover). You can take the money you'd spend on a re-paint and put it into buying (or better, trading, the seats) if you can't find one with Persimmon interior.

I guarantee you will make out better in the long run, if not in the immediate transaction.

vash_241987 · 11-10-2009, 08:33 PM

lambo orange

love that color

Slidefox · 11-10-2009, 08:40 PM

Lamborghini Blue... Love It!!

XwChriswX · 11-12-2009, 10:48 AM

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Originally Posted by Slidefox

Lamborghini Blue... Love It!!

I've actually got to sit in both those cars!

Of course they wouldn't let me drive them since I'm not the owner, but it was cool enough just to see them!

molamann · 11-10-2009, 11:26 PM

I vote the purple that Vishnu paints on their cars.

JNguyen · 11-10-2009, 11:31 PM

What if painting your entire car the same color but a different shade so you don't have to paint the hidden parts?

DJcuetip · 11-11-2009, 05:20 AM

my car is repainted lambo gunmetal

Colesy · 11-11-2009, 07:07 AM

If you want the Monterey Blue, just trade your car without de-valuing it so much.

koeppelnissan · 11-11-2009, 08:48 AM

You'd spend $4-5k for a good paint job and you're car will be worth $4-5k less as well! It wouls work out to the same as trading it in for a new one, so either do something custom that you love, or find a slightly pre-owned and you'll be better off!

11-10-2009, 07:49 PM	#1 (permalink)
ZKindaGuy Track Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Ohio Posts: 699 Drives: 370Z-AT7 Tour+Sport Rep Power: 375	Complete Repaint to Different Color? I'm toying with the idea of going from Pearl White to Monterey Blue. I love my Pearl White with the Persimmon Interior but I think the Monterey Blue + Persimmon looks really sharp as well. Has anyone ever had their 370Z or 350Z completely repainted including all the non-displayed areas of the body panels? I am curious as to what such a (quality) paint job costs and the average turn-around time?

11-10-2009, 08:13 PM	#3 (permalink)
dad Grand Prix of Endurance Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Tennessee Posts: 3,476 Drives: Mulsanne Straight Rep Power: 26	. That's a lot of money, and I'd choose a totally different color! __________________ We can do without any article of luxury we have never had; but once obtained, it is not in human nature to surrender it voluntary.

11-10-2009, 08:40 PM	#9 (permalink)
Slidefox Previous Moderator Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Arizona Posts: 1,534 Drives: A Pony Rep Power: 214	Lamborghini Blue... Love It!! __________________ Forum Rules: Click Here Before Posting Click Here to Become a Premium Member Go Turbo or Go Home!!//Cowboys 2012 Superbowl Champs// Suns 2012 NBA Champions

11-10-2009, 11:31 PM	#12 (permalink)
JNguyen Enthusiast Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Baton Rouge, LA Posts: 302 Drives: 2010 UFO TypeS Rep Power: 16	What if painting your entire car the same color but a different shade so you don't have to paint the hidden parts? __________________ TEAM OUTCAST

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11-10-2009, 08:08 PM	#2 (permalink)
dalparadise The370Z.com Sponsor Join Date: May 2009 Location: Houston Posts: 354 Drives: 2010 Z Roadster T/S Rep Power: 16	It's a crazy idea that, in no way would ever make any financial sense. In fact, it would de-value your car in the long run. If you are hell bent on changing the color, you'd be better served (at least financially speaking) to choose a custom color that Nissan does not offer. Otherwise, it'll come off as a collision repair or a brain fart -- the latter being what you described.

11-10-2009, 08:32 PM	#7 (permalink)
dalparadise The370Z.com Sponsor Join Date: May 2009 Location: Houston Posts: 354 Drives: 2010 Z Roadster T/S Rep Power: 16	Another way to look at it would be to sell your car, take the hit, and buy a Monterrey Blue replacement (perhaps gently used or a 2009 holdover). You can take the money you'd spend on a re-paint and put it into buying (or better, trading, the seats) if you can't find one with Persimmon interior. I guarantee you will make out better in the long run, if not in the immediate transaction.

11-10-2009, 08:33 PM	#8 (permalink)
vash_241987 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Corpus Christi, Tx Posts: 443 Drives: '99 corolla Rep Power: 16	lambo orange love that color

11-10-2009, 11:26 PM	#11 (permalink)
molamann A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 1,666 Drives: 370Z with NAVVVVV Rep Power: 285	I vote the purple that Vishnu paints on their cars.

11-11-2009, 05:20 AM	#13 (permalink)
DJcuetip Track Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: CA Posts: 704 Drives: 370 Rep Power: 260	my car is repainted lambo gunmetal

11-11-2009, 07:07 AM	#14 (permalink)
Colesy Base Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Brisbane Posts: 45 Drives: Red 6MT 370Z Rep Power: 16	If you want the Monterey Blue, just trade your car without de-valuing it so much.

11-11-2009, 08:48 AM	#15 (permalink)
koeppelnissan Supporting Nissan Dealer Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: queens Posts: 859 Drives: 14 6MT Trng Spt Nav Rep Power: 17	You'd spend $4-5k for a good paint job and you're car will be worth $4-5k less as well! It wouls work out to the same as trading it in for a new one, so either do something custom that you love, or find a slightly pre-owned and you'll be better off!