1983 Monte Carlo Lowrider Paintjob is FINISHED!

The Monte Carlo Lowrider is FINISHED (for this summer, anyway). I have been working on this G body's paintjob for a year now and its finally ready to sparkle in the sunshine with that heavy metal flake and sweet sweet candy patterns! Hope you guys enjoy this episode, certainly the longest I've made but definitely a big deal for me.
1983 Monte Carlo Lowrider Paintjob is FINISHED!

[@rambor1497]

I know owners take pride of the patterns on their ride. To me, it's a testament to the skill and artistic work from the painter.

[@SlickWorks]

I take great pride in my cars patterns! And people seem to love my paintjob 😎 Thank you

[@johnboughton7451]

I cannot begin to think how much a paint job like this would cost a customer as there must be at least 5 Grand in paint & tape I’m slowly working my way through your back catalog of videos & each one is brilliant Your workmanship is amazing & your artistic imagination knows no bounds I’ve L&S & as yet I’ve not been disappointed

[@SlickWorks]

Thanks so much John! glad youre enjoying my stuff! Yes my paintjob was probably around the 5 grand mark for cost. If I billed out hours Im guessing itd be in the neighborhood of 25-30 grand.

[@single_goth_dad4203]

Man, I really dig the paint job you did! It gives me big 90's mini truck vibes. But I like how you morphed so many styles to make it your own. I'm a chopper and hot rod guy, but it pains me to see a lack of originality in the scenes. Especially the chopper scene is so saturated with hyper historically period correct builds. Which I respect and can appreciate. Unfortunately it's become a style in it's own. I find it ironic cause they go for the 60's or 70's era primarily, which both of those eras were entirely about self expression. Nowadays a lot of the competitions look like they were often from the same builder. It just seems like folks are much less willing to go out on limb and do something wild. I'm a working class guy. I can't afford to go out and buy an old $20k HD engine. I take pride in the DIY ethic of builds. It may not be top tier show quality. At least I'm not just assembling old parts lol

[@SlickWorks]

Wow what an awesome message! Thanks for commenting man. Yeah, as this car is my rolling billboard, I wanted to go all out on it and try out as many different styles as I could. Even still, so far Ive heard "wheres the leaf?" , "wheres the pinstriping?" , "wheres the water droplets?" etc,etc. Meh. Ive put my heart and soul into this paint job and its rocking like 7 different HOK candies so Im loving it. so far this year have picked up Best In Show at a huge show on Vancouver island, 3rd best in show at a local smaller show, and Best Paint at Stay Gold car show. It has been an amazing summer and I have met so many cool people and experienced so many cool things. Thanks for watching!

[@chevpasmore5809]

Yoo even without the blue being clear that color is sick. I gotta hurry up and fix my imperfections on the trucks body then wait in line for a touch up paint.

[@RonaldWalters-yj5uu]

FUNKKKKYYYYY FRESSHHHHH yessss bro yesssss!!! El monte is holdin!!!! That's what lowriding is all about, building your own rig. By hand. Mono E mono, just God and you. Amen glory be to God in Jesus Christ Mighty Name Amen!!!

[@SlickWorks]

@@RonaldWalters-yj5uu AMEN brother thank you man glad you love it hahaha Got me pumped up right now.

[@efraengomez946]

Been watching your channel on the Monte Carlo bill that is very awesome to see you do that thank you for doing that and appreciate it cuz I'm getting my bike painting just like that it looks awesome thank you God loves

[@SlickWorks]

Thanks for watching! Glad you like my stuff 😎😁

[@CCAZSKY]

I'll take two please. Well Done!

[@SlickWorks]

Thank you!

[@richardwhite9577]

Beautiful Monte I have a 1980 Monte Carlo All White with 80 Spokes Wire Wheels. Black Tinted Windows and The Bass System. That's about it, Don't need to do any more but keep it Clean Inside and Outside. Don't drive in The Rain or Snow. In lockdown over the Winter and drive only when dry out. Oh yeah have Small White Walls and keep them Bright White. Black Tires have the Black Wet Shiney look. Again you have a Beautiful Monte. Thank you.

[@SlickWorks]

Thanks man! Your car sounds beautiful! Glad you enjoyed the video

[@JayO1963]

super clean brother

[@mickelback7154]

Hello sir thank you very much for sharing and teaching basically , how to lay Down patterns , process and steps 💙💙💙of low rider art on the previous video , very much appreciated , If a low rider art culture evolved in NE India by me , it will be because of your videos , coz there’s not much channels out there teaching this art ❤❤❤❤❤❤ Till then fingers crossed😅😅😅wish me luck

[@SlickWorks]

Thanks so much for your comment! Glad you enjoy my videos! 😁

[@anthonycisneros6837]

My absolute favorite painter on KZbin!!

[@SlickWorks]

Thanks so much man! Very kind words 🙏🏻

[@takemebacktothen]

Oh wow. That's some crazy intricate paint job! Incredible stuff!

[@SlickWorks]

Thank you 😊

[@staceyrenner5418]

Damn man! To see pics on Facebook is one thing, to see the process is totally mind blowing!

[@dardenvern]

Well built booth. Stronger fan may really reduce the trash issue

[@SlickWorks]

It was 90% my error with the trash in the paint. Its all learning! Im figuring it out 🙂

[@89Jonnny]

Amazing Work

[@SlickWorks]

Thanjs Johnny

[@cwinty1189]

Awesome work dude 😎

[@SlickWorks]

Thank you

[@mortenhenningsen940]

🇳🇴 That car looks amazing. Lokking forward to se you stripe UP that van

[@SlickWorks]

Thanks Mort!

[@TheCanadianBubba]

So much great work 👍 Best calling card ever ! Best summer to you and crew !

[@SlickWorks]

Best Summer to you as well Bubba! Youre greatly appreciated here at the Slick homestead 😁

[@katztatzfrc]

Came out sick💪👍🙌💯

[@SlickWorks]

Thank you 😁

[@1yris1]

Very nice!!!!❤

[@SlickWorks]

Thank you!

[@jameswhone5606]

Looks amazing bro, and so much better in person too. The camera doesn't do it justice. Well done!

[@SlickWorks]

Thanks James! 😎

[@southparkcholowastatece19]

Looking great 🔥‼️

[@SlickWorks]

Many Thanks 👌🏻😎

[@TonyFlaherty]

Well done man!! Awesome job

[@SlickWorks]

Thanks Tony! Much appreciated

[@dandankmeyer6789]

Beautiful car, paint is outstanding. Love it Love it!

[@SlickWorks]

Thanks Dandan 😁

[@newmantv5668]

nice work bro. like them incense burning nothing like that vibe.

[@SlickWorks]

Always got incense going in the shop 😄 makes it feel less like work hahaha

[@highoktanegarage]

Great job! That looks so killer

[@SlickWorks]

Thanks very much man! 🙂

[@richardlane910]

Looks awesome 👌 been waiting on this episode 🫡

[@SlickWorks]

Thanks Richard 😁😁😁

[@soulessm8015]

BAD ASS WORK MY DUDE. RESPECTO 🇲🇽💪🏼👏🏼👍🏼🙏🏼😉

[@SlickWorks]

Many thanks my dude!

[@LOWRIDERSGTV]

Man it came out really nice homie great job looks sick.

[@SlickWorks]

Thanks man! Much appreciated 😁

[@retsed_lbc8986]

Bro you apro, on your craft I'm definitely sticking with you . 💯 new subs by the way

[@SlickWorks]

Many thanks! Glad you dig it 😎🤙🏼

[@nobodyschild967]

Props🤙🏽

[@SlickWorks]

Thank you! 😎

[@julianbrinkmann6408]

Muy buen video!

[@SlickWorks]

muchos gracias!

[@Anthony-ue4zm]

that cars bad homie

[@SlickWorks]

Thank you brother

[@dardenvern]

Sags happen and runs happen in overalls.

[@jessecasiano24]

I love the color combination

[@SlickWorks]

Thanks Jesse 😁

[@alonsonavarro2126]

IN MY BOOK IT'S A DAILY SHOWCAR. 😎

[@808autobody7]

Love this bro. If u don't want all of those fish eyes buff outside of ur beautiful booth. Maybe throw a flow coat over it after the 800 so u have protection and no burn through spots... with all due respect because ur really good brother. Keep it up.

[@SlickWorks]

Thanks man appreciate it 🙂 The polish I use is paint ahop safe. Great stuff. 3M line, been using it for years!

[@808autobody7]

@@SlickWorks that job came out dope af tho for real!🤙

[@fredflintstoner596]

SHIT HOT !

[@SlickWorks]

Im assuming thats good. thank you (?)

[@fredflintstoner596]

@@SlickWorks YES BRO !

[@ejocean3351]

Looking pretty legit now dump those 14s n get some 13x7 zeniths with color matching chips n it's looking like a real lowrider

[@SlickWorks]

I pulled those 14"s out of a junkyard covered in mud for $100! (check my first Monte Carlo video, its a good one), I've been tempted by some 13"s lately but these dirt cheap 14"s have a special place in my heart hahaha Thanks for watching EJ. Also "real lowrider" comment made me laugh. search up some Lowriding history. 14"s were the origin of lowriders for like a decade before 13" wires came out.

[@Blarbling]

Super dope. Been thinking about buying some blank skateboards and a cheap airbrush kit to practice some of the techniques on for the longest time.

[@SlickWorks]

Do it! You wont regret it! Ive just recently uploaded a skate deck airbrush video and have another one in the works! On the skate deck Im painting right now (another car show giveaway piece) Im trying all sorts of weird techniques. Stay tuned! Thanks for watching

[@Blarbling]

@@SlickWorks Hell yeah, watching it now actually. Question for you though, do you think art forms like this as well as hand-lettering/sign painting are a dying technique? Because I see, while small, a resurgence in both. I have about 10 years worth of experience with graffiti and wanna tackle some different mediums

[@SlickWorks]

@@Blarbling I would say it was a dying art form as all the old timers who kill at it are dieing off, but theres a select few of us young guns who want to keep that classic art alive and well. So power to you for wanting to get into it brother.

[@JeremyHickerson-rk8kn]

Good music

[@Anthony-ue4zm]

you can buy some 'Street juice Them Thangs' solution to dip your steering wheel in and the rust will come off in seconds.

[@SlickWorks]

I had to google the product line and I absolutely LOVE that thats the actual name of that product line 😎😄 heck yeah thanks Tony. Appreciate that bro

[@ritchardposterior262]

I have no idea how i found this channel, but a fellow BC Brother. Hell yeah! You might want to look at doing a collab with Make it Kustom, he does some amazing stuff. Ever try doing some patina painting? like doing door decals etc that look destressed? i think that would be a really neat video even if its just on one of the old rigs in the back as a test piece.

[@SlickWorks]

Thats a great idea! I might just have to give that a try if I can find some spare time 😁 Yeah I know Karl, hes like 20 minutes away from me

[@alfonzomoreno9068]

💪💯

[@leso204]

I take my hat off to you for the hours you put into your work' : little tip for removing rust on chrome plated steel is a hot caustic soda bath it will 100% remove any ferrous ingrained deposits , caustic is very dangerous so none of your kid's should be around if you go that route ....................

[@SlickWorks]

Thanks for the tip Leso! 😎

[@leso204]

@@SlickWorks : No prob's Bud' just pass your knowlage on no point keeping it to yourself .......

[@SlickWorks]

@@leso204 Thats what its all about man! Hopefully making people smile while Im at it

[@elcodreamin5280]

Thats a beautiful design bro. Great work! Lol Im the same way I used to powder coat n I coukd never let a spec go in my head shit like that is too loud n disrupts my soul. Gotta fix it 😵

[@SlickWorks]

Hahaha I hear ya. Thanks very much! Glad you dig it

[@elcodreamin5280]

I love it bro! I can't stop staring at my screen 💙

[@Paltryweasel]

hey mate, love your car !!! what is the name of your rims ? thanks

[@loganofnorth880]

Bad ass

[@SlickWorks]

Thanks Logan!

[@kool-aidman5828]

What type of wheels are on this Monte Carlo? Because they don’t look like the regular wire wheels

[@SlickWorks]

No clue! In my never ending hunt for car stuff I pulled them out of a junkyard, covered in mud and rust for $100. Check out the first Monte Carlo video when I buy the car.

[@cdova9975]

Nice love in it man If u don't mind where are u located?

[@knockoutbodyshop5447]

Beautiful job if you don’t mind me asking what clear did you use for final clear session

[@SlickWorks]

Thanks very much! I used Auto Art. Its o.k. quality clear. in hindsight I wouldve gone with something else. Shrunk after like 2 months, sanding scratches started coming back....

[@knockoutbodyshop5447]

@@SlickWorks that sucks I’ve had good luck with spi clear no shrinking very minimal

[@antoniovaldez9578]

What year is that white Monte?? 78 or79? Man she's nice... Im bout to buy an 84

[@SlickWorks]

The white monte, Billy's "Montgomery Burns" is a 1980.

[@udrgrndpyro5107]

Great paint job bro ,🔥. I have a question. Can i wet sand 2:1 metallic grey in case i get orange peel . Im using it for base coat and i wanna do a bit of candy stripe pattern nothing to crazy. How much time do i have for me to come back and candy coat some stripes on before clear coat ?

[@SlickWorks]

Thanks for watching! you cant wet sand any metallic single stage base coat. You would want to clear it then sand it flat before adding any patterns/candy.

[@udrgrndpyro5107]

@@SlickWorks it's a 1:1 metallic base coat, is that same as single stage ? Mix one part base one part reducer?

[@SlickWorks]

@@udrgrndpyro5107 yes 1 to 1 is pretty standard for base coat. You should spray it 2 wet coats then a mist coat. Clear that, sand the clear flat and start playing with tape

[@marklynsmith3510]

What clear did you use it looks great

[@SlickWorks]

I used Automotive Art.... I wouldnt recommend it to be honest lol

[@marklynsmith3510]

Looks good that goes on very smooth and sands ez

[@SlickWorks]

@@marklynsmith3510 It definitely didnt go on smooth. but it sanded down nicely. It has pretty bad die back though. shrinks for like 3 weeks

[@marklynsmith3510]

So which one did you 60 or HS -X Clear. They work quite well in the Bahamas they cost like about $380

[@sophiamolina5590]

How do I go about getting a paint job through you

[@SlickWorks]

Im located in Langley BC, Canada. What are you looking to get painted?

[@gomez210lolife3]

What size rims and tires r u running

[@SlickWorks]

same as you by the looks of it! Nice Cutlass. Im on 14"s

[@gomez210lolife3]

@@SlickWorks .yes sir 175/70R14 Btw awesome art work 💯

[@SlickWorks]

@@gomez210lolife3 yep same tires too. Thanks man! 😁

[@kool-aidman5828]

Where can I find that horn?

[@SlickWorks]

I dont know. I found it on a parts car when I was buying a fender. I told the guy I'd pay full asking price for the fender but hes gotta give me that siren 😄

[@jenellewilliams1669]

Where are you located at

[@SlickWorks]

Langley BC 🙂

[@timmithaterrable]

Bitchin job bro🤘😎

[@SlickWorks]

Thanks Tim 😎

[@Cutt1978]

What brand are those wheels?

[@SlickWorks]

Tru Spokes. pulled em out of a junkyard for $100 covered in rust and dirt 😄

[@Cutt1978]

@@SlickWorks Damn it man you lucked out i would love a set of those!👍

[@SlickWorks]

@@Cutt1978 It was a total score. Finding those wheels drove the whole style of the car moving forward with the paintjob, stance, chain steering wheel, etc

[@B.from.the.D]

Sweet looking paint job man. But wouldnt it be more logical to sand, prime and put the base down and jam it out before you do the graphics instead of having to tape everything off 3 times over.

[@SlickWorks]

@@B.from.the.D That wouldnt work. think about the layers. the flake is the thickest coats of paint on the car (5 coats flake suspended in clear, then 5 or 6 or 7 coats of clean clear to bury it enough to sand it flat before patterns). The step down of doing flake over base would be illogical and 100% impossible to sand flat.

[@B.from.the.D]

@@SlickWorks ahh I see, I'm not a full time painter so I didn't know. I do paint alot but just as a hobby. Thank you for explaining it to me. I appreciate that. Keep doing ur thing man, you are a very talented person!!!

[@SlickWorks]

@@B.from.the.D Many thanks 🙏🏻

[@gregelliott5066]

Please contact me about purchasing "Blue Bikini" paint you laid down on the '83 Monte Carlo low rider.

[@SlickWorks]

Hey Greg, its actually "Bikini Blue" 😎

[@gregelliott5066]

@@SlickWorks thank you for replying. It sure would be helpful to get the Matrix paint code. My wife wants her golf cart done in that color. And when shes happy so am I. LOL. You do great work. Keep working your magic. You make it look so easy. Im just learning.thanks again.

[@gregelliott5066]

Also is Bikini Blue a kandy paint or metallic.

[@SlickWorks]

@@gregelliott5066 Thanks Greg! Appreciate it! Glad you like my stuff. I actually never had the paint code as like you, I couldnt find it. I just called my paint rep and asked for Bikini Blue, its a Jeep color. He just typed it into his system and found it for me. I wont be in the shop for a week otherwise Id grab it for ya! Drop a comment on here on saturday and Ill get it for ya! 😄👌🏻

[@gregelliott5066]

@@SlickWorks okie dokie c u on saturday. Very appreciative.✌🏻♥️🙏🏻✝️

[@mistersinister2043]

What a great monument to wasted time a money.

[@TheCanadianBubba]

Pffft. You should have a video up showcasing your work.

[@diamonddetails9445]

Videos too long and yappy. Not Subscribed😮 best wishes😮

[@SlickWorks]

Well of the over 3400 people who've watched it, this is the first negative comment Ive heard 😆. So I guess Im doing something right, grumpy bumpy 😄

[@jesusbakle2972]

Bad ass

[@SlickWorks]

Thank you Jesus ❤