Color matching vs “correct” paint code based approach Options

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So while I was taking the doorhandle off the Arizona car it struck me just how pretty the Laguna blue paint was from the factory, and also that it is more muted than modern paint formulations.

That has me wondering if I’ll get a more original looking paint if I bring the door and get that paint matched from the inside factory paint versus going off a paint code. Will clot matching the inner door result in a more original pastel/muted/not overly shiny paint?

I talked to a paint guy and he said the moderns cleats are all so shiny it is hard to keep the finished job from being so modern looking.

Thoughts? Ideas?

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The real issue is that the paint technology and chemical compositions has changed (for the better??) so much over the years. A lot of the paints/clears are obviously now based for durability, ease of application, environment etc.

As mentioned the single stage paints for non metallic will get you close. A lot of 2 stage are now water based as well.

When cost isn't an issue this is when the painter will tweak mixes and spray on samples to see results. Of course most of us just want to buy the can and get to it in a reasonable costly manner (IMG:style_emoticons/default/rolleyes.gif)