[djacinto]

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Hey everyone,

I've seen multiple threads but not too many people near me

My f32 is DYING for the m sport therapy treatment and my wallet is burning a hole in my pocket

Regardless of my port financial decision... if you live in Texas, Austin, H or D town, and you've done the conversion, f32 or other chassis, how much did it cost for all the pieces and where did you take it to?

My color is also imperial blue metallic so I know it'll be more expensive with paint matching but I'll deal with that later lol

[Nickco43]

Originally Posted by djacinto

Hey everyone,

I've seen multiple threads but not too many people near me

My f32 is DYING for the m sport therapy treatment and my wallet is burning a hole in my pocket

Regardless of my port financial decision... if you live in Texas, Austin, H or D town, and you've done the conversion, f32 or other chassis, how much did it cost for all the pieces and where did you take it to?

My color is also imperial blue metallic so I know it'll be more expensive with paint matching but I'll deal with that later lol

I paid about $350 per bumper to have my imperial blue F10 color matched and painted by someone who knew what they were doing. They matched my bumper perfectly without blending.

[djacinto]

Originally Posted by Nickco43

I paid about $350 per bumper to have my imperial blue F10 color matched and painted by someone who knew what they were doing. They matched my bumper perfectly without blending.

Does that include the side skirts? About long did it take and do you have some photos before and after?

[Nickco43]

The side skirts were I believe $175. It was about $1000 for both bumpers and the side skirts out the door.

I am in PA so pricing might be a little different and paint quality varies hugely between shops.

[djacinto]

Originally Posted by Nickco43

The side skirts were I believe $175. It was about $1000 for both bumpers and the side skirts out the door.

I am in PA so pricing might be a little different and paint quality varies hugely between shops.

I see, well I appreciate it, I'll keep it in mind

As for longevity how's it all holding up? Any imperfections popping up or gripes?

[Nickco43]

Originally Posted by djacinto

I see, well I appreciate it, I'll keep it in mind

As for longevity how's it all holding up? Any imperfections popping up or gripes?

My F10 engine is shot so I am parting it out


https://f10.5post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1810607

It took the central PA winter like a champ.

[djacinto]

Originally Posted by Nickco43

My F10 engine is shot so I am parting it out


https://f10.5post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1810607

It took the central PA winter like a champ.

Sheesh I'm sorry to hear and see!! I hope your issues get resolved though

Thanks for the advice though it's been helpful

[Nickco43]

Originally Posted by djacinto

Sheesh I'm sorry to hear and see!! I hope your issues get resolved though

Thanks for the advice though it's been helpful

There are metal shavings in the oil filter so I am getting rid of it. It still runs so I am dumping it to Carvana when my corrected title comes in. I got super lucky finding a clean F30 as a replacement.

I would stay away from any chain body shops and looks for a place that does custom work or restorations.

[djacinto]

Originally Posted by Nickco43

There are metal shavings in the oil filter so I am getting rid of it. It still runs so I am dumping it to Carvana when my corrected title comes in. I got super lucky finding a clean F30 as a replacement.

I would stay away from any chain body shops and looks for a place that does custom work or restorations.

My thoughts too, there's a guy who's got a Melbourne red 428 who did his conversion in Houston I've reached out to and waiting a response from him

[Classydingo]

Originally Posted by djacinto

Hey everyone,

I've seen multiple threads but not too many people near me

My f32 is DYING for the m sport therapy treatment and my wallet is burning a hole in my pocket

Regardless of my port financial decision... if you live in Texas, Austin, H or D town, and you've done the conversion, f32 or other chassis, how much did it cost for all the pieces and where did you take it to?

My color is also imperial blue metallic so I know it'll be more expensive with paint matching but I'll deal with that later lol

I am in D town with an F36. I had to get my bumper replaced and I believe paint and install came out to around like $800. I probably got hosed, after seeing other people pay like $400-$500 for paint but the match was perfect, so its alright.

[djacinto]

Originally Posted by Classydingo

I am in D town with an F36. I had to get my bumper replaced and I believe paint and install came out to around like $800. I probably got hosed, after seeing other people pay like $400-$500 for paint but the match was perfect, so its alright.

Well I think 800 for install after paint seems pretty decent!

But that's good to know, i would definitely consider it, I just want to TRY keeping it below 1k for paint if possible, 1500 max

I'd also probably end up going to Dallas anyways since that's where I'm from and where my parents live. Take a week to just chill and do the conversion so I'm not stressed out my mind at my apartment wondering where every little bolt went

[djacinto]

Originally Posted by Classydingo

I am in D town with an F36. I had to get my bumper replaced and I believe paint and install came out to around like $800. I probably got hosed, after seeing other people pay like $400-$500 for paint but the match was perfect, so its alright.

Do you have a picture of your car before and after by chance?

[heifetz17]

Be careful of saving too much money. Quality automotive paint costs about $350/gallon. Quality clear is a bit more (at least in my area). At my shop the bumpers would run roughly $400 each, side skirts about $250. $1300 total, but I use a quality paint line and guarantee my work for life. If someone does it super cheap, they may simply be using a low quality product that won't hold up over time.

Of course the labor rate up north is much higher than down south, so you'll naturally be a bit cheaper where you are. Good luck!

[djacinto]

Originally Posted by heifetz17

Be careful of saving too much money. Quality automotive paint costs about $350/gallon. Quality clear is a bit more (at least in my area). At my shop the bumpers would run roughly $400 each, side skirts about $250. $1300 total, but I use a quality paint line and guarantee my work for life. If someone does it super cheap, they may simply be using a low quality product that won't hold up over time.

Of course the labor rate up north is much higher than down south, so you'll naturally be a bit cheaper where you are. Good luck!

Good clarification, I had been thinking it was mainly labor costs (which yes may be a high contributor to cost) but i need to make sure they're using food paints as well cause I'm not looking to get rid of my car anytime soon

[Classydingo]

Originally Posted by djacinto

Do you have a picture of your car before and after by chance?

Alas I don't, but it basically looked identical. Paint match was done extremely well.