I PAINTED MY BMW WITH SPRAY CANS! // How To Paint a Car DIY

Yes. I did the unspeakable and painted my BMW with paint from rattle can. Contrary to common belief, you can achieve a beautiful paint job using just simple spray cans. The Paint Scratch paint was expensive, but no doubt was fully worth it. I highly recommend this if you have paint damage and you can't afford the huge repair cost for a professional. Thanks for watching! Please like and subscribe!
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[@andremontenegro8334]

75% into the project "definitely wear a respirator" *Sheeeeeeeet*

[@JDCarsChannel]

Hahahaha

[@MandeepSingh-xc3rd]

@ Amoney gg, the best success that ive ever had was by following the Magic Painter Method (just google it) definately the most useful info that I have ever followed.

[@MCgamingDutch]

i assume if you are going to paint your car by yourself, you watch the full video a few times first before you start painting your car :D

[@tysmith7646]

You painted your BMW with spray cans? Correct title: "I painted my BMW *Bumper* with spray cans" Next video, Fill up your windshield fluid and make a video "I serviced my BMW for only $3"

[@JDCarsChannel]

Lol

[@tysmith7646]

It was actually a really good video and interesting to see all the steps.

[@chiralhome]

why buy a bumper ? why not just sand and paint old one?.. it's half done for you from the road debris

[@yycaristo5261]

Great job, loved the editing and style of your video! One of the better DIY ones I've watched.

[@JDCarsChannel]

Thank you, I appreciate it!

[@maxsmaxs8464]

Awesome job mahn.. totally subscribed to you.. 👌

[@JDCarsChannel]

Thanks!

[@EliteMiningSkill]

Looks awesome! I might have to do this to mine! I haven't payed attention to your sub count in a while but holy shit! 8K?! I remember back when you had like 50. Congrats man keep it up!

[@JDCarsChannel]

Thanks for sticking with me the entire way!

[@sd33zy313]

Great video ive done a full car with cans but i didnt like the outcome. Ive used all the steps like in the video except i didnt use adhesion promoter and no 2k clear coat. It came out hazy and the color didnt match other black cars. But i like how yours turned out even though i thought it was going to be a fail video because after you got done with the base coat i saw lines in the work on the edge of the bumper

[@kennyr.8183]

Turned out very nice. Great job !

[@JDCarsChannel]

Thanks!

[@whyzee125]

I always picture Todd from breaking bad when I hear you talk. Love the videos, thanks for sharing!

[@JDCarsChannel]

Hahaha, thanks for the support!

[@stuffwithStephen]

I used very similar products to repaint one of my side mirrors. I was surprised at how good the results can be using just spray cans. Nice job!

[@JDCarsChannel]

Thanks man!

[@JournyOfaPeacefulRuller]

👌Wow! It looks amazing . I'm a big believer of spray cans too, I use them for all my painting needs. Honestly I've a 6 gallon compressor, but thanks to the quality of the spray cans haven't needed to invest in a spray paint system as it yet. Another job well done👍👍

[@JDCarsChannel]

Thank you! I appreciate it!

[@sd33zy313]

Where you get your paint from

[@seebxx]

Why didn’t you go for a more aggressive looking bumper like the M-sport or an m3 replica? But it did come out nice bro👍

[@JDCarsChannel]

1) More expensive 2) Everyone does the m-sport upgrade and my sport lip looks different from everyone else.

[@HabibRKO]

I was gonna say the same. It was a good time to upgrade

[@rskrks]

SEEB XX cause that unpainted front bumper cost $60 and the m look cost around $400 unpainted

[@justinbuice]

came out amazing

[@JDCarsChannel]

Thanks Justin!

[@GunmetalG]

Love your choice of music and nice job.

[@JDCarsChannel]

Thank you Chris!

[@robertnaisbitt8503]

Top job man!

[@JDCarsChannel]

Thanks bro!

[@786slizza]

very nice finish. how did you compound and polish the hard to reach places?

[@JDCarsChannel]

I used a small 3" drill attachment and compound.

[@danedwards4984]

Outstanding! !

[@JDCarsChannel]

Thanks!

[@guida8429]

Nice man

[@kayanlaw1358]

Fans from Hong Kong. Great video! Watch JD cars every week! I did this to my e90 before(custom paint) but failed...it’s hard to determine the actual color because it’s been 10 years and it depends on you park under the sun or park inside the garage. By the way, have you ever think of getting 1m bumper?

[@JDCarsChannel]

I've considered it, but I like mine.

[@JDCarsChannel]

Yes, correct. You can get the color code under the hood.

[@Veyn0x]

good job. What do you recommend if I have to paint my front and rear bumper, 2 side skirts and trunk (outside). How many bottles may I need or is this not for DIY. Find offers around 1000 and its way to expensiv. Have not a kompressor. :-(

[@JDCarsChannel]

You will probably need 5 or 6 cans of paint for that large of a job.

[@SaveTheGhouls]

How long did you wait before wet sanding?

[@BuildThreadsNorway]

It turned out really good!

[@JDCarsChannel]

Thanks man! Huge fan of your channel!

[@davidbolanos5097]

How can I get paint scratcher for my BMW!!! Help!!

[@KiesMotorsports]

Nice work 👍🏼

[@JDCarsChannel]

Thanks man! Keep up the good work on your videos!

[@KiesMotorsports]

Thanks, you too :)

[@Frost33977]

How did you get the three colors on your grille? I really want to do that with my 328i, I would appreciate the help!

[@JDCarsChannel]

Check out my kidney grilles video

[@edapolinar1888]

Way the go JD!!!

[@JDCarsChannel]

Thanks!!

[@cameronkaminski6271]

yo nice vid bro!

[@JDCarsChannel]

Thanks man!

[@TheCalmArts1]

Sorry if I missed this in the video but did you use two cans of the clear coat and adhesion promoter or just one?

[@JDCarsChannel]

Two cans of clear coat, and one of adhesion promoter.

[@Christopher9835]

Heavy orange peel

[@JDCarsChannel]

Nah

[@tonynguyen4204]

Can you leave the orange peel and not wet sand? what it be really noticeable while driving?

[@JDCarsChannel]

Yes, you can totally leave it. The sanding is personal preference. It'll only be noticeable while driving if the orange peel is really bad-- it's worth practice spraying clearcoat before doing the car part!

[@TheCarBro]

When your talking about “sanding” are you talking about the scotch pad?

[@JDCarsChannel]

Yes

[@yaron1998]

Looking at how you did the bumper, this way it should be possible painting a whole car right ?

[@JDCarsChannel]

Yes

[@katzhunter4473]

Hi, not sure if you're still responding to this video but how do you feel about washing down the bumper before starting work on it? Thanks.

[@JDCarsChannel]

Go for it... I didn’t feel it was necessary

[@JDCarsChannel]

Go for it... I didn’t feel it was necessary

[@justbetsaida2792]

Did you use up both your primer cans and both your clear glamour cans on just the bumper ? (Serious question)

[@JDCarsChannel]

Just about all of the primer, and all of the clear coat cans.

[@colonjayeggleston1032]

Good Job!

[@JDCarsChannel]

Thank you!

[@BMWE90HQ]

How much did all the paint cost you?

[@JDCarsChannel]

A little over $150

[@hotdognobun]

OK you got skill that was incredible DIY

[@JDCarsChannel]

Thank you!

[@LuzEterna6937]

How much would you say this all cost?

[@XxJRHxXREDX]

"I PAINTED MY BMW WITH SPRAY CANS!" No, you painted your new front bumper with spray cans. Decent click-bait though.

[@JDCarsChannel]

As I have said to others... yes I painted my front bumper. Is the front bumper not part of my car? Please, I do encourage you to tell me how the front bumper is not part of the car. Furthermore, the front bumper is the most challenging part of the car to paint. A hood or door is far more simple because it is flat.

[@XxJRHxXREDX]

A part of your car, and the entire car are two different things. Read your title and say to me you wouldn't assume it was the entire BMW. I mean, by your logic, if I paint my steering wheel, then I painted my car. And all bumpers are different, just like doors and hoods. Some bumpers are very easy to paint.

[@lucasornelas6113]

Heskey yup click bait

[@lucasornelas6113]

And the thumbnail arrow is pointing towards the hood not the bumber so yea click bait

[@lucasornelas6113]

JD Cars it's click bait you just don't want to belive it

[@christianbonilla9901]

Will a 2k primer work with this paint as well?

[@JDCarsChannel]

Yes, that should work with this paint.

[@jacobf8906]

+JD Cars did you land up using all of the cans other than base coat. Looking at doing the same job but they want $200 for everything shown in video. Would like to save as much money as possible if I land up not using the extra bottles of primer and adhesion, thanks

[@JDCarsChannel]

I used all of my paint and clear... I think I might've had one extra can of primer (maybe half a can)

[@mascoro8]

Did the bumper for perfect? Or did you need to makes some mods to it. I have the same car and need a new front bumper and I don't wanna pay 300 for an aftermarket bumper I still have to paint

[@k.c.r1884]

Mascorro88 sand down your current bumper to pure plastic and then do the same process he did in the video by painting it

[@JDCarsChannel]

This fit perfectly.

[@mascoro8]

Thanks guys!!

[@AmericanJambo]

Pretty decent paint job but even after sand and polish you can see a lot of imperfections in the painting. If you sand between coats you can greatly minimize these imperfections. It takes more paint but the end result will look factory.

[@CBHLM1995]

Can you leave a link to where you bought those headlights ?

[@JDCarsChannel]

They’re discontinued unfortunately

[@maycolgomez7982]

Hey jd this is maycol again I was wondering Would that bumper fit my 2007 328i e90? Cus mine just broke two days ago

[@JDCarsChannel]

Yup!

[@maycolgomez7982]

JD Cars damn jd I wish could text u on private But if u see my BMW you'll will see I've been doing the same thing to mine as u have with urs😩😝😊we both have the same bimmers

[@danteparker2891]

whst car you have

[@diacastillo3]

How many cans of primer did you use?

[@JDCarsChannel]

If I recall correctly I used a little more than 2 cans of primer.

[@yonideras1204]

How much did you spend in total?

[@JDCarsChannel]

About $150 on paint.

[@GTR_IMPOSTER]

My concern is how much paint they expect u to use , it says spray 10-12" away you were maybe 2-3" away ...

[@rskrks]

I did the same thing to my rear bumper on my 328. Let the clear coat dry for a day then sanded off the orange peel finishing with 2500 grit, compound and wax and it looked factory. 6 months later still does.

[@JDCarsChannel]

Nice! Feels great doing it yourself.

[@juniorromero4126]

What kind of headlights are those?

[@JDCarsChannel]

Spec-D

[@juniorromero4126]

JD Cars thanks man

[@mueedk2]

2:50 beginner here, what does “flash” mean?

[@JDCarsChannel]

Essentially this means the very top layer of the paint has dried- it will still be sticky and not dry to the touch, but you will notice the change in appearance.

[@esgworks]

holy shit man good job

[@JDCarsChannel]

Thanks bro! Paint work is always scary, but you just gotta take your time!

[@BudgetBimmers]

Nice channel, we live kinda close

[@JDCarsChannel]

Thanks man...your channel is blowing up! I've watched numerous videos of yours, and I'm quite impressed. Any meet ups or shows you're going to in our area soon?

[@gabriellopez7184]

Budget Bimmers u guys are dope. i want friends like u guys

[@alexbruce6937]

would in have turned out better if you wet sanded before the clear?

[@JDCarsChannel]

I didn't want to introduce moisture before applying the clear coat.

[@khalilayaseh242]

Whats the music in the beginning??

[@JDCarsChannel]

Down - Marian Hill

[@rogantartaglia4129]

you painted a bumper not a car.

[@JDCarsChannel]

A bumper is a part of the car is it not?

[@JDCarsChannel]

Furthermore, painting a hood or door would've been much much easier than a bumper. The front bumper is the most challenging part of the car to paint compared to a hood which is simple and flat.

[@kennethsev7243]

JD Cars Tittle says "How to paint a car DIY" but you're only painting the bumper. If I paint the gas cap and make a video can I also tittle it "How to paint a car DIY"?

[@jbueno3526]

Kenneth Sev W***

[@olivertaylor4779]

Nice project but why not fill the holes and sand down the old bumper, then respray. You could have shown a new bumper and said this costs x hundred, so this is how you can restore the original for say £20 of sandpaper and filler, then paint.

[@JDCarsChannel]

Sure... you could do that, but it would cost more in time and materials than to buy the new bumper for $80.

[@Twinkletoes1O1]

So total of 3 base coat cans right?

[@JDCarsChannel]

I got 4 total just in case... barely used the 4th can.

[@Twinkletoes1O1]

JD Cars thankyou so much

[@zwarlockkillz9771]

Do a Intake install I can't find any vids on e90 Intake installs

[@JDCarsChannel]

What intake you thinkin?

[@zwarlockkillz9771]

JD Cars injen sp series cold air Intake

[@zwarlockkillz9771]

JD Cars 2010 n52

[@PR0bro]

Intro song?

[@daquangee959]

Having trouble finding the paint code

[@JDCarsChannel]

It is usually on the underside of the hood.

[@DGCUSTOMCLT]

You killed it when you used a white primer for a black finish... Oh boy

[@timiracko6317]

Good job, the only thing is if you have access to spraying equipmen int half cheaper doing it that way (at least a compressor and a half decent gun) + usualy with the right aplication no need for buffing orange peel. That is just not possible with 2k clear from a can on bigger parts. But for mirrors and such this is a good alternative for diy. Another problem is with sanding and buffing specialy on flat pannels you get rid off all the clearcoat structure so it doesnt match the car. Dont get me wrong, as a car painter for bmw i just want to shed some light to people thinking that you can do magical repairs at home with spray cans. We use expensive equipment and booths for a reason. And i support people like you sharing knowledge for people on a tight budget to fix some car parts themselves. The only thing i would maybe contradict here as stated before, is that if you bring a new bumper in for painting at some private paint shop, it would probably be cheaper than spray cans and polishing. Anyways keep up the good work mate good job

[@JDCarsChannel]

Thank you! Your insights and comment are much appreciated!

[@djallusha]

Hey Justin, that looks amazing! Was wondering how the paint job has weathered over time since you posted this. Was thinking of doing something similar. Thanks!

[@JDCarsChannel]

JD, not Justin haha. The paint job has held up rather well!

[@Bruce_T]

@@JDCarsChannel But Justin's your name is it not?

[@aimized1460]

Dude I’m pretty positive these bumpers come primed already so no need to prime again.

[@eddsramm1]

Nothing like a good spray gun and compressor.

[@complexteo-iwnl3321]

Song name

[@JDCarsChannel]

Which one

[@KC-ii8gr]

Do you think it's possible to just sand down the original bumper and get it down to the primer?

[@k.c.r1884]

ItsKingBro thats what i did with my motorbike plastics sand it down to pure plastic and do same painting process

[@Ben..E]

He had the holes from the original license plate holder.

[@JDCarsChannel]

^

[@saq59]

Future video idea change the speedometer cluster leds from orange to white. Simple, cheap (only a couple dollars) and looks clean.

[@luisfernandomartinez4508]

saqib hussain where can I buy

[@saq59]

check his tutorial out www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1044425

[@JDCarsChannel]

Good idea, thanks bro!

[@beast11135]

I want to get my car repainted teh color It came with brand new and drive like that for a few months and wrap It. The previous owner did not take care of the paint, It has swirl marks 😒😒

[@JDCarsChannel]

Don't worry! You can remove swirls by compounding and polishing.

[@beast11135]

JD Cars Oh nice. Do you have a video on that as well?

[@simenklausen4421]

My BMW is 28 years old (e34)

[@JDCarsChannel]

Sweet!

[@alyxskyler]

No mask?

[@jmcguevarra1]

You're a pro?

[@JDCarsChannel]

I wouldn't say pro yet...but I'm getting there!

[@tintman831]

It's not absolutely beautiful but it looks good for a spray can job

[@iggyvanzandt4515]

That’s the song from cars lol

[@JDCarsChannel]

Hahaha really?

[@billybobjoe198]

That base must be garbage ad 80% thinner. Also you are fooling yourself if you think that came out nicely. Yes it's good enough, but if you can catch some imperfections even on camera, then you can really see them in person if you look. Well done for a can job, but not for a paintjob in general.

[@shona5512]

billybobjoe198 It's a hell of a lot better than a chipped bumper and cost less than 25% of a professional respray. In that sense, yes, it came out nicely and the results are more than sufficient for the cost

[@billybobjoe198]

Ye m8. I'd be happy enough.

[@JDCarsChannel]

You don't know anything about the base. It is high quality and an exact color match. Sure there are a few imperfections... but as my first major paint job as a 17 year old I am ecstatic about the results. Sheesh... people on the internet are relentless.

[@billybobjoe198]

By the coverage I know that the base is essentially thinner. And I said it came out well mate. Sheesh... people on the internet are so easily offended.

[@shona5512]

billybobjoe198 You say that you said it came out well, but you also wrote, "you must be fooling yourself if you think that it came out nicely." It's a bit counterintuitive saying that.

[@WhyJyroh1]

I wish alpine white was this easy lol...

[@JDCarsChannel]

It is this easy, if not easier. Black is arguably the most difficult color to paint.

[@WhyJyroh1]

I may have to try it.

[@xTeamUCPx]

That bumper has to have disgusting orange peal in the sun. Scotch bright is not a big enough grit to sand that primer smooth.

[@JDCarsChannel]

No it's beautifully smooth.

[@angelvigilante82]

i honestly think he could of just painted over as is when bought it..and just paint it black then add clear coat.. instead of all that other work.

[@garrisonmcgugin8206]

What he did was better. Double primed prevents road/rock damage better

[@theuop2511]

Looks beautiful! But for the time spent fuxk that I'll pay.

[@gamercoolapple1]

Daver G they need to make your comment top comment

[@rolo9570]

...12 months later follow up...

[@JDCarsChannel]

Still looks great!

[@kosmonautik639]

Dude, ALWAYS, wear a mask

[@JDCarsChannel]

Yeah haha

[@cayseystewart9505]

So... Why not take the money spent on a factory bumper, and spend it on a bodyshop that would professionally paint the exact same bumper you already had... Fill the holes, and spray it and you're set.

[@JDCarsChannel]

That would easily cost over $400. Also here at JD Cars, we do everything we can DIY style.

[@coloradoqueen3282]

Where did you get the bumper?

[@JDCarsChannel]

Link in description.

[@marcusokodugha2101]

only her for the intro

[@i.a.8935]

Nice work but i wouldnt do it myself cause yet the cans costed you around 50-70$ so you could go straight to a painter and let it paint for 100$ and get an even better finish.

[@markzamora2106]

Ilir Ahmeti in the states is about 250 to 400 to get it done right

[@JDCarsChannel]

^ Correct...$400+ to get it done professionally.

[@almirrakipovic9089]

First!!

[@JDCarsChannel]

Every time!

[@jiggamanog]

Click bait af

[@JDCarsChannel]

As I have said to others... yes I painted my front bumper. Is the front bumper not part of my car? Please, I do encourage you to tell me how the front bumper is not part of the car. Furthermore, the front bumper is the most challenging part of the car to paint. A hood or door is far more simple because it is flat.

[@jiggamanog]

JD Cars lol I'm just trolling don't take it to heart.

[@alexl6433]

Why not just paying $400 to get it professionally painted ?!

[@Mech.E]

Manny Land satisfaction

[@alexl6433]

Ilias • satisfaction?! He shows the car when is dark out... didn't show it in a nice and sunny day!

[@Mech.E]

Manny Land It satisfied him no matter the result. And as I cant see the result clearly I cant judge

[@JDCarsChannel]

Satisfaction. Also filmed this on a Thursday night...had to get the Friday video out. I'd be happy to film a video of the car in daylight if you are skeptical.

[@Mech.E]

JD Cars I think it came out perfect. Some people just like to complain.

[@FATALSHOXX]

Did the most lol you coulda had that done in an hour. Not tryna be negative but just sayin

[@JDCarsChannel]

Well given you have to wait at least an hour between the base coat and clear coat that would literally be impossible. Nice try.

[@FATALSHOXX]

JD Cars A nice heat gun or hair dryer do her up good lol the cans just say that to insure it's dry but depending on the temperature it should dry in a fraction of that time. I repair, prime, spray, and clear a bumper in probably an hour and a half.. I was just sayin using rattle can it seems like it took you a while

[@dzenan.m]

Little misleading title.

[@JDCarsChannel]

Not really... I painted my BMW with spray cans did I not?