I just bought a silver 2003 Forester XS and I want to two- tone it by painting the lower plastic door cladding a contrasting color. Has anyone done this? If so, what paint did you use that will last and not peel off. I've used Rustoleum rattle can paint on the lower bu,per/ rockers of my '98 Legacy and 2014 Impreza and it's held up pretty well.

Stevo F,

Do a Google search for "painting car trim/plastics" etc. There are all kinds of spray paints that are sold by major paint companies that show you the products to buy, and the steps required to get good adheasion (Color Bond, Duplicolor, Eastwood).

 

good surface prep is just as, if not more so, important as what paint to use.

If it were my car, I would be using automotive paint, but prepping the surface correctly before application.

a good source for auto paint is https://www.automotivetouchup.com/

They also have some great directions and "how to" videos to help you get the best results possible