studegard Posted November 1, 2015 Report Posted November 1, 2015 Just browsing thru the SDC judging manual and came across the comment that clear coat paint is not acceptable. Does this hold true for a restored 1963 Avanti or is an Avanti judged differently?
dynolou2 Posted November 1, 2015 Report Posted November 1, 2015 Well if you're shooting for being authentic,clear coat paint wasn't available. It gives a greater gloss and depth. At the most it may cost you a couple points. The type of paint used Avanti by the factory is no longer readily available, lacquer is a bad word in california. Not sure how old your rule book is -there have been judging changes. Lou Cote
mfg Posted November 1, 2015 Report Posted November 1, 2015 Lacquer is a bad word because of federal VOC regulations....Also, it doesn't stand up to the weather very well....but on a show car under flourescent lighting, there is still nothing like it. (IMHO) It can still be ordered, in Avanti colors, from companies specializing in custom paints.
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