Gesterkamp, a German resident in the US, is a genuine master craftsman when it comes to the art of painting cars, and his list of credentials is long and impressive — including working on show cars owned by Jay Leno. So it should come as no surprise that this book is a detailed, blow-by-blow account of how to achieve absolute quality when painting a car. This is definitely not a manual designed for those planning a quick squirt of paint on their classic car. Rather, it is a guide for painters who wish to produce a show-stopping finish for their classic car or hot rod. With detailed steps, fully illustrated at each point, the author guides you through the process required to prepare and paint a show-winning car. However, I wonder how many would have the sheer willpower and determination to handle this type of work themselves? No worries, Gesterkamp has that covered as well, and discusses how a car owner can select a professional paint shop to paint your car. Not a book for the average car owner, but a must for anyone building a show car — Gesterkamp sets the standard.

How to Paint Your Show Car by Stefan G Gesterkamp
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Review by James Black