Take it off baby... yes yes!

Asked a shop here in the PNW to give a quote for paint on my almost straight 69 Dart. They came back with $17000 for limited bodywork/prep all the way up to $40000 for the full massage and happy ending. Stupid crazy prices IMO. I asked how can you justify 40k...he say 400hrs of labor. I just don't see how you can spend that kind of time on a straight car for skilled people. I feel your pain! I am currently seeking other options.