The trend of "suede" paint on hot rods and custom cars has become more accepted in the last 20 years. At one time the look was regarded as a fad by some people—and a disagreeable fad by a few others.

Nearly every year, and as recently as in the May '08 issue, HOT ROD tells you the basics as well as the latest tips and tricks in paint and bodywork. So by now you should have a pretty good handle on ...