They make satin clearcoat, that's how the ratrod guys get that "suede" look. As far as maintenance, I think the normal wash and wax is good but I would ask a body and paint guy. If it's rattlecan, just use good paint and keep it out of the sun as much as possible. A good quality outdoor paint with a nice wetsand should not need any real maintenance.
....I have been wanting to do this since I saw this post. esp with how chewed up cars get out here in the winter. They throw a ton of dirt and rocks on the road
the sedan that was posted, is a two-stage, base, matte clear paint. It's fantastic! all of the look of primer black, with none of the after effect "worn" and "faded" looks. I'm going to do some of my cf hood in that.
If you wanna flat black it check out Dupont, they make a Hot Hues color in Flat Black. However waxing it will give it more shine...just give it a good cleaning and a wipe with a shammy. If I can find pics of my old Focus i will post them, I did the primer can job, and it looked pretty good...i just gotta find the pics.
You can not wax a flat finish car nor can you even wetsand or buff it. just wash and dry that is all. mine is over a year old using single stage tractor paint and is holding up great no fading or chaulking like primer will do.
Thanks dude! Car looks great by the way, and I'm diggin the wheels. :thumbup:
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