[TR] Feelings about paint types

[Peter Ryner]

All,
My '56 TR-3 is in need of a respray.  It was last done in 1991 with RM 
Diamond paint system.  Although not original type paint, I was very pleased 
with the looks of the finished product.  I took the car to a shop last week 
and they recommended a base coat clear coat system.  Said it would look much 
better and will hold up better.  I have mixed feelings about a new paint 
system on a 56 year old car.  I've kept most everything original but it will 
never be a concours car.  Any experience or views on the subject?  I haven't 
seen a TR with a new clear coat system on it.
TIA
Pete