If you are a beginner at painting classic cars you will find a bemusing array of hand tools required to carry out even the simplest of paint repairs. Here we talk you through all the paint preparation tools you need to consider, what they do and how to choose the best ones for your classic car restoration work. From buckets, to leathers, cloths and sanders – we teach you all about them.
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