Any suggestions as to which Paint meter is a better choice (economical,accurate and price) ?

Seems like, anytime I buy a car, I spend more time explaining,talking and getting the paint meter reading from dem dang dealers then the entire time spent looking for the actual car

Thanks

 

A really good one is made by
http://www.southern-tool.com/store/DeFelskoProducts.php

There are a few types made by them. I would suggest getting one that reads both metal and fiberglass.

 

I use this:

http://www.paintgages.com/PaintGage-FNF-A-Paint-Meter-Paint-Gauge-Paint-Gage-p/paintgage-fnf-a.htm

I don't really use it for detailing - but it is super helpful in evaluating used cars.

 

This one is real popular for 200 bucks.

 

I JUST bought this from the "Bay" for $99 shipped from Poland, it seems to work well, i tested it on several cars and it seems pretty accurate.
it fits nicely in a pocket and comes with a small zippered vinyl pouch for storage.

http://paintdetective.eu/index.html?lang=0

http://www.ebay.com/itm/DIGITAL-PAIN...ht_5890wt_1141

 

I've been using the same one for a few years (gen 1). Seems to be pretty accurate and i dont ever recall even changing the battery.

 

I have this one (since 2006 or so) but with a Wurth logo :
http://www.coating-thickness.com/127/QNix-4500-4200.htm