I think that a thousnad dollars is kinda expensive for a full paint job with inferior products! Again depending on the color, the paint itself for PPG global products (one of the best in the industry) for two stage is only about $600.00-$800.00 including proper prep elements and a good sealer. So, for that amount of money I am surprised you can't find as good a deal or better considering you are paying that amount after a deal with your fathers trade agreement.

Too bad you are not in the eastern US I would be happy to do an SVX paint job at cost with best quality (with lifetime guarentee).

-g