Completely agree with Carl. I would paint the plane but take detailed pics before and during the paint process (i.e. after stripping). Paint definitely catches a buys eye first!
That being said, how cheap can one get a "descent" paint job done for? Descent, not fantastic. I'm looking at well maintained 150 with low hours but original 1974 paint. May be able to get a great deal on it, but would want to paint it after purchase. Nothing too fancy, just respectable. Anyone know if this can be done for <$3000? I've sprayed boats rebuilding them. Wouldn't think a plane would be much different. The stripping would be the hardest part. Anyone do this themselves before?
