I used the easy paint option! - http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a3...r/IMG_0041.jpg http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a3...r/IMG_0037.jpg engine degreaser (or white spirit and a brush and cloth) then jet wash to tidy most up. Spray paint was easy but polishing is well worth it! See the end of this thread for some tips and pictures - http://www.alfaowner.com/Forum/alfa-...y-a-164-a.html (RESPRAY a 164?)