$7000 paint job

I guess its all relative. Some will drop 7k plus on engine work and no think twice about it but feel ripped when having to pay that much for body/paint work. I admit, I've bought a lot of overpriced stuff for my car and been ok with it but paying $180 bucks for a repop fan shroud still kills me, even though it help solve my problem.

I also signed up for an continuing education class at the local school. I have made great progress and have great level of respect for bodymen after going through it. Ive put many hours in at home between classes and think its going to come out pretty darn good. I am going to have a painter in the booth with me when I spray though. I could get an ok paint job myself or a great one by having and expert in the booth with me. Overall we have spent about 1k on it.