[Jim Mason]

I don't believe that you will get an answer to 'what is the best paint'. There has been any number of paints that have been used in restorations that have the correct look (in the eye of the painter) and probably would score well (if that's your goal). The best paint or paints for you is the one you can obtain, are comfortable working with, and you can get at least three levels of gloss. It can be done with PPG, and other high grade paints, as well as 'rustoleum' type paints. I don't think you can do it with powder, unless you can really work with the coater to control the thickness. (you want the manufacturing marks to show) You will have to look at the standards, Marco's site, high point cars, etc and make a decision on the level of gloss that is best for you and what you can work with...fwiw,jm