Having a kick-ass powerful rc drift car is one thing but there is much drift kudos to be earnt in having a stunning looking bodyshell to match. In fact, your car’s looks are so important to the overall package that many drift clubs and events include a ‘best looking body’ award handed out to the person who, regardless of driving skillz, has the most visually attractive car.

This look-good factor is mirrored in the real world of street drifting where you can pay thousands for a unique paint job. But, hey if it gets the girls then it’s gotta be worth it!

There are many good painting guides available on the web for pimping your RC car. Rather then just write another we will point you to the best tips and advice page we’ve found regarding RC painting. This indepth tutorial will give you the knowledge to paint your own bodyshell and it scattered with useful tips that will make te job easier than you imagined.

R/C Car Painting and Airbrushing on R/C Tech

Can’t paint, won’t paint
There are plenty of pre-painted bodies already available on the market but if you want a custom and original look then painting is the way forward. As an alternative you can purchase some wicked looking pre-designed decal sheets that can give you a professional look when used with just a simple single colour paint job.