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Sounds like the $1200 paint job was just a base coat, no clear.
$4,000-$6,500 would seem reasonable for a good paint job. Granted I have never paid for a paint job, always done my own.
A decent paint is not cheap. Nor are the materials, thinners, and activators. If you think you will save money by doing the body work yourself, just be ready to look at missed spots and dings you didn't fill once the color is on.
You can ask for a water base paint which should drop the price some. Urethanes are quite a bit more. I painted my 05 few years ago, used PPG's "Shop Line" paint and clear. I spent over $2,500 in materials only. Can only imagine what automotive paint cost now.
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