Corgi Aston Martin DB5 paint matching

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Peter Vinet - 29 Oct 2007 16:16 GMT

I was wondering if someone could give me
advice on finding or creating a reasonable match for the gold paint on the
corgi James Bond Aston Martin DB5. I picked up one in rather bad shape and
would like to try my hand at restoring it for my son.
Many thanks for any help.
Regards
Peter

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someone@some.domain - 29 Oct 2007 19:25 GMT

>I was wondering if someone could give me
>advice on finding or creating a reasonable match for the gold paint on the
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>Regards
>Peter

did you try an auto paint place? they might be able to match from a touch up
can.

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JDorsett - 30 Oct 2007 22:57 GMT

I think in this case I would go for a pressure pack Automotive spray pack,
You should be able to get something very close to the colour you want. Use
a primer first then give it about 5 or 6 very light coats. Wait till paint
is well cured 3 or 4 days depending on the weather and use a soft cloth and
polish with a cutting compound. Take care as you can easily rub off the high
spots and show the primer, I have used Toothpaste for this with success.
Finish should look like glass without any orange peal effect. Regards
Jimbo D

>>I was wondering if someone could give me
>>advice on finding or creating a reasonable match for the gold paint on the
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> up
> can.

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