Considering respray, retrim and colour change

[ericgreveson]

I've got a 2003 Tuscan S with about 55000 miles on the clock, it's mechanically fine (looked after by Str8Six with a recent engine rebuild) but cosmetically is starting to look a bit tatty, especially since it lives outside and is only 99% waterproof. It's Grigio Titanio (grey) on the outside and red on the inside (the usual mix of carpet and leather).

Things like rubber trim and seals are starting to perish, some of the interior trim around the rear window is starting to pull away, and the exterior paint is dull with a few small cracks / dings in the fibreglass especially around the front of the car. I'm considering getting it properly fixed up inside and out, and maybe go for a colour change at the same time, especially inside, since it's a bit too red for me. I would also consider a new exterior colour if I can decide on something that looks nice - I think for me, the Tuscan suits lighter colours better due to the shape, and grey / silver especially - unfortunate since I think these colours are a bit boring, especially as it seems all recent cars are white / grey / black.

I'm based near Cambridge and am aware of some companies not too far away that might be suitable for some or all the work (e.g. Hilton and Moss, Dave the Trimmer) but would be keen to hear others' experiences. I haven't got any quotes yet and I suspect this could turn out to be quite expensive... hopefully not too expensive!

Current thoughts are a lighter interior (maybe cream with blue) and keep the grey or similar metallic silver paint... but I'm certainly open to ideas...