Really wow.
I do live In Ky, and Im 100% sure labor rates would be rock bottom compared to other parts of the country.
I didn't know material was that expensive. There is lots of small one man shops in my area that paint/rebuilds. I actually have had one quote on labor it was $1600. Im pretty sure he said he use's DuPont Nason, or Mason line (sp)..
Like I say I have no idea what paint materials would cost, or how much it would need.
I actually thought I could get the material for $2k or so, then the $1600 labor....