Although the condition of the existing ticket-me-please red on this LX 5.0 was amazingly good considering its mileage and age, not even the loving care of its mature original owner could keep it in car-show condition. Since the goals for this project car include keeping costs down while making a proud daily driver, we decided to keep it original and go for the paint restoration. Depending on the condition of your car, this type of paint refurbishing can postpone a total repaint for several years. Exactly how often a thorough refreshing needs to be done depends on how well the car is maintained through regular washing and waxing, and the type of environmental conditions it is subjected to, such as acid rain, or just being parked outside all the time. Whether you bring it to a professional such as Bob, or tackle the job yourself, the same process can bring your car’s paint back to life.