Originally posted by kerk
How much does that stuff typically cost?
well, it really depends on the make, color, texture, etc.
Some paints are twice as expensive as others. Anyway, when i had mine painted, all materials including paint (primer, clearcoat, etc), sandpaper, misc. amounted to about 800 pesos, that's about $16 US. BTW, i used Anzhal urethane.
If you have the right tools/equipment, it would be practical to do it yourself. A decent airbrush/spray will cost about $20-$25. A portable compressor will go up to $60. I think it is a good investment, and just after a few practice sprays you will be on your way. Model airbrushes come with instruction manuals, I think it would be enough to keep you going.