Subject: Paint Question? Can my metallic paint by properly blended? Author: lexicon740il as Lexicon 740il : member since June, 2007 : 458 posts Posted on: 2008-05-04 15:43:49

Hey guys I just wanted your opinions on my upcoming paint work.

Because i have the Barritz Blue Metallic paint will a good body shop be able to blend that in to BMW Enthusiast standards?

It always seemed to me that with the different light reflection angles it almost changed to darker blue purplish...

Plus it's got that deep metal flake....will they be able to get the concentration on flake uniform to match my factory paint?

I'm thinking I'm gonna need the hood, bumper cover and both front fenders done...

My insurance company adjuster will be out tue. to asses the damage.

Should I be getting my own estimates as well?
My state allows me to get the repairs done where ever I like.

TIA Guys....
I just hate dealing with this stuff...
I always feel like they "BIG COMPANY" are always out to give me the least amount of compensation even though my check goes in pocket every month.


01-740il Biarritz Blue - 20" Alpina Softlines - Michelin Pilot Sports - Bilstein H.D.'s - Eibach Pro-Kit Springs - S.S. Quad Tip Magnaflow Exhaust - Strong Strut Brace - Predator Chromium Angel Eyes - Prolumen 6K HID Fogs - 16:9 Widescreen/MK3 Retrofit - BSW Subwoofer System - Crystal Corners - Stealth Bulbs - More to come....

97 - 528i Jet Black - Door Handle LED's - Homelink (non-oem) - M5 Grills - Predator Orion Angel Eyes - eD Nine.1 1200W Monoblock - eD 160v.2 Subwoofer

• Paint Question? Can my metallic paint by properly blended? - Lexicon 740il 2008-05-04 15:43:49 (96 views)
  • Yes, it can... - bosoxfan 2008-05-08 20:57:54 (60 views)
  • i've never seen it done in my entire life. - ian 2008-05-05 10:08:47 (57 views)
  • The problem is the blended technique. You've seen clear flaking, peeling, fading - bmw635 2008-05-05 00:17:02 (60 views)
  • Thanks Guys, I'm going to call the local Dealership and see where they go. - Lexicon 740il 2008-05-04 23:31:31 (36 views)
    • I always wish I had done that :o) (nt) - Buck 99 750iL 2008-05-04 23:37:30 (48 views)
      • Done what buck? Alpina Blue? I thought you got a full repaint. (nt) - Lexicon 740il 2008-05-04 23:43:33 (51 views)
        • I did. But I always think that, since they were paying anyway, I shoulda just - Buck 99 750iL 2008-05-04 23:45:36 (50 views)
          • Nah, I think your car fits together perfectly. Color, wheels and all. (pic) - absessler 2008-05-05 11:27:50 (69 views)
          • I wonder what it would cost... They re shot yours for 7500'ish right. - Lexicon 740il 2008-05-04 23:53:48 (51 views)
  • Your concerns are spot on, They will match the color exactly - Frickkin Rogue 2008-05-04 22:13:14 (50 views)
  • Take it to a shop you trust and get an estimate and have them do it - Buck 99 750iL 2008-05-04 19:09:28 (29 views)
  • A good shop should be able to match/blend it just fine. (nt) - M.Wong 2008-05-04 18:59:37 (33 views)
  • I think they can. Heres what I can get from a rattle can (url) - Ed 2008-05-04 15:55:11 (63 views)