Paint match problems

Jgtcracer

New member
Im having real problems matching my car colour with what can be bought in the shops. I have a UK Spec St185 gt4 paint code 3e5 super red. The colour seems to be much brighter whereas my car is darker. I have spent much time polishing and using t-cut to ensure the base colour is correct before applying the paint but it just doesnt match. Any ideas guys??

ps, I will upload a picture is someone can explain how to do it, :)
 

Jgtcracer

New member
20120409064711.jpg
 

celi_wabbit

New member
Jgtcracer":155s1894 said:
Im having real problems matching my car colour with what can be bought in the shops. I have a UK Spec St185 gt4 paint code 3e5 super red. The colour seems to be much brighter whereas my car is darker. I have spent much time polishing and using t-cut to ensure the base colour is correct before applying the paint but it just doesnt match. Any ideas guys??

ps, I will upload a picture is someone can explain how to do it, :)


Here as link you can order from... 3e5 paint code touch up.

http://www.automotivetouchup.com/choose ... paint.aspx
 

2of81

New member
Your old paint has aged into a different color, I think 3M has a gun that goes over your old paint and makes a formula to match, or a really good paint mixer can match the old pannel to new paint, which is hard to do.
 

Il_Barone

New member
The old paint (especially red), il all cars, with each passing year it becomes less shiny.
You will notice the difference between an new painted part (for example a door or a bumper) with the rest of the car only with your eyes :wink:

You could use a tintometer, i guess
 
Top