Body resto costs

Even if you were to do all the work yourself, (hundreds of hours) you would probably be looking at $2000.00
in material, primer, catalyst, sand paper, masking paper and last, but not least paint. A solid color could be single stage.
A metallic color, a base coat, clear coat and even more expense. $10,000 for a good quality paint job is not unreasonable.
Many high quality shops would probably be more. What do you think you would go out the door for at Grave Yard Cars?
Minimum I've seen quoted form graveyard cars was 30 grand plus another 20 grand if you wanted the car on the show.