Body and paint SOS-911 help

I hear you on the panel blasting. I have read many posts on the panel prep and painting and at times think Oh I can do this, then Oh S**T! I cant do that! We humans are peculiar creatures at times. Here is where I sit presently picture-wise. Got the car in the driveway when we have sun here in the Seattle area.
I did get a quote from one guy to go through the entire car $14k, too rich for my blood. I just want a decent paint job and a good running car so I can have some fun, not for shows.
Thanks for the input!