This gallery documents the Black Mamba's paint development, stripe layout, panel refinement, metal flake effect, and final award-winning finish.
Black base coat receives multiple layers of clear
Body stripes begin to take shape
Black finish demands perfectly straight panels
Candy red side stripes applied
Side stripes and GT500 logo require custom stenciling and placement
Engine bay finished in black with stripes carried through the firewall
Trunk lid and spoiler painted off the car
Front fascia requires precision due to complex contours
Hood surface refined to final finish quality
Sunlight reveals depth of silver metal flake beneath finish
Grille angle reflects stripe pattern through chrome plating
Final result earns Best Paint award