Clear over Original Paint?

[Texas9902]

I love my original paint. it's in great condition with no visible rust and some good patina where the paint has been buffed down to almost bare sheet metal. I am thinking of putting a clear coat on it to protect the finish. Has anyone done this? Even better, does anyone have any pictures?

Much appreciated.

 

[BajaFresh75]

I've seen it done but don't have any pictures. It looks good. The truck I saw had a semi-gloss clear coat, and it looked great.

 

[allenfahey]

Proper prep is to sand with 800-1000 and a grey scuff pad. Make sure you don't sand thru the edges.

 

[bronconut73]

Gas Monkey used to always do that.
They would put clear over horrible looking original paint.
You probably have good taste and do not watch Gas Monkey though. Haha

 

[hard times]

I also would like to see some pic's thought about doing the same thing to mine!!!!

 

[ep67bro]

I have seen it done to a few rat rod trucks and it looks good. But I would stick with the semi gloss clear. High gloss looks a little funny.