Depends on what kind of paint you use. Usually a gallon will paint a truck. You will need the paint plus hardner and thinner. If you use enamel that would be about $150 retail. There are paints you can spend much more on like a thousand or more. You should be able to find a automotive paint supplier in the yellow pages or at some parts stores.I've seen some paint stores that would give you all the steps you need in order to do a paint job. You will need access to a paint booth and a quality respirator and learn how to use it, just to name 2 items..