Hey Gary. Thank you for the input as I have always used the base coat clear coat in my retired years painting. Back in the eighties, I painted a few cars and trucks where I used a lacquer base, wet sanded it dull, then shot a clear product over it. Going way back, in the late 60s and early 70s, I sanded/scuffed the car's paint surface, masked it, the shot the color on. Now, regarding terminology, I think what a single stage paint is what we did in the 70s, but, i am sure that the product has changed. No metallic for my jobs as I am sticking with the traditional appearance of the early a mopars....pre-67; however, the basecoat clearcot would be my preferred approach now that I understand the difference. I am looking for a more affordable paint process than what i have been using. My last job cost over $3K, but i know that you get what you pay for. The product i have been using is absolutely great, bu i just cant afford it anymore, but want to continue my retirement car hobby. I have been told that Eastwood products are cost effective, hold up well, and are much less expensive. Just asking about what other members think of their products. Thank you very much for your input. Much appreciated. Old Dart 66