Paint prices ?

[RandalPark@xxxxxxx]

You are right about Macco not being very accurate in their taping over chrome. 
They also have a tendancy to scrub the chrome with the sander here and there as 
well, so be sure to take off your most highly prized pieces yourself.

I have had cars painted there before and have been very happy with the work 
that they have done. They were reasonable, fast, and did more than satisfactory 
work, but I wasn't expecting a show quality job.

Paul

In a message dated 2/15/2004 10:08:09 PM Eastern Standard Time, 
jmb@xxxxxxxxxxxxx writes:

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> I have had two cars painted by MACCO in recent years. In my opinion
> they are good depending on your expectations.
> I used to paint my own cars about 15 years ago. I used lacquer, enamel
> and catalyzed paints as they have evolved throuout the years. Since then
> prices for paint have skyrocketed due to environmental hazards over the
> waste materials and vapors. Thus the reason why I decided to try
> MACCO on my old everyday basic transportation vehicles. In my area
> every January or February MACCO has a special due to lack of
> business and snow this time of year. They offer their "supreme" paint
> job, which is a step above their base "presidential" for a mere $399.
> It is a clear coat job with UV protection additives.
> The way MACCO operates, is they need to paint 10 cars near the end of the
> week. They have kids just tape the chrome and the painter basically operates
> an assembly line. What you need to do is tell them to call you when
> they are low on their quota for the week. They will be willing to
> give you a great deal. What they make their money on is body work.
> But since you have already done that, there should be no extra charges.
> By the way, they just scuff up the old paint and spray over it without
> laying down primer. Door jams and color changes are extra. If you
> have imperfections or chips in the paint, they will be visible after their
> paint job, so you need to do the priming and prep work yourself if it
> needs it. Taking chrome off is recommended because they do a lousy
> job of taping. As for the paint, I have no complaints. It weathers well
> outside for years and has a nice gloss.
> I know in my area there several MACCO shops. All are independently
> owned. So if one is not courteous, try another.
> John
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> > > In a message dated 2/15/2004 2:17:43 PM Eastern Standard Time,
> > imperialman@xxxxxxxxxxxx writes:
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> > > > I don't know if it is how I am presenting my self, or what ,
> > > >  I still get the distinct impression that the bodyshop guys around here
> > just plain don't want to fool with a repaint on my Imperial.  And I have
> > checked with probably 8 shops. Or if they do want to do it  they throw in so
> > many verbal disclaimers  its ridiculous.
> > > > The MACCO guys attitude was " Whatever, get it in here, leave a phone
> > number, don't call us we'll call you".  And I am pretty sure his estimate
> > was $2,100 or thereabouts.
> > > >  Hence my  removing the chrome,and sanding it down to  bring it to where
> > it is at today.
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