unfortunately i can't take either of your opinions at face value because you are obviously biased. i understand you have personal experience with maaco and some shit products some of their chains have put out, but i've already established that if i spend 1500 and am disappointed, i can live with that. if i spent 2500+ and i was disappointed, well... another matter entirely.

and if it makes you feel any better, i would have been in touch with either or both of you, if i was still in virginia beach. i'm not, and couldn't get any solid recommendations of where to take my car around here in md, so maaco it is.

and trust me, it would really have to be a mess for me to be truly disappointed. my car looked like shit.

i've made my decision, and i'm sticking to it. like i said, i'll post pics when done... apparently maaco is working to reestablish their image and reputation, maybe they can start with my car.

i also intentionally ordered new headlights and exhaust AFTER the paint work was to be done, so i won't be fuming if some overspray gets on there. i have their 'word' that they will not paint over my rubber/plastic trim. their reputation is really on the line, as i paid for prep, and extra clear, so if it does come out looking like shit, i'll be sure to do my part to ensure anyone i come in contact with has had a proper lecture in why they should avoid maaco at all costs. but we'll see.

now. we could go back to discussing color, or the obligatory maaco bashing, i was prepared for both when i started this thread.

i'm still thinking interlagos...