Overview
The Fastrax Fast Finish Desert Ivory Spray Paint 150ml is a professional-grade aerosol paint specifically designed for polycarbonate (lexan) RC model car bodies. Whether you're customising your 1/10th scale buggy, monster truck, or any RC car in the UK, this Desert Ivory shade offers a warm, authentic finish that's perfect for desert-themed builds and scale realism. Fast Finish is the choice of serious RC enthusiasts who demand both stunning visual results and proven durability on the track.
This premium paint has been engineered to withstand the rigours of competitive and recreational RC use, making it ideal for both nitro and electric-powered vehicles. The Desert Ivory colour is part of Fastrax's expanding range of specialty finishes, allowing builders to create custom, realistic liveries that truly stand out. If you're looking to refresh your RC car's appearance or complete a full custom body paint job, Fast Finish delivers professional results straight from the can.
RC Model Shop stocks the complete Fastrax Fast Finish range, including this Desert Ivory option, to ensure UK-based hobbyists have access to quality paints that perform as well as they look. Whether you're a seasoned competitor or a weekend basher, Fast Finish is trusted by RC enthusiasts across the country for its reliability and finish quality.
Key Features
- Specially formulated for polycarbonate (lexan) bodyshells — Unlike standard spray paints, Fast Finish is engineered with a specially blended formula that bonds perfectly to flexible polycarbonate material, ensuring the paint moves with the bodyshell without cracking or peeling, even during intense driving sessions.
- Fuel resistant coating — Fast Finish paint is resistant to fuel, making it an excellent choice for nitro-powered RC cars where fuel contact with the body is unavoidable, protecting your custom paint job from degradation caused by methanol-based fuels.
- Significantly lighter than standard lexan paints — One of the often-overlooked advantages of Fast Finish is its weight efficiency; painted bodies finished with Fast Finish are typically 10-12g lighter than those painted with normal lexan paints, a crucial advantage in 1/10th and 1/12th scale racing where every gram counts towards performance and acceleration.
- Desert Ivory colour finish — This warm, neutral tone is perfect for creating authentic desert-themed RC builds, scale models, and custom liveries, offering excellent coverage and a professional appearance that photographs beautifully and stands out on the track or at the bash spot.
- 150ml aerosol can — The convenient spray format allows for quick, even application without the need for additional equipment like airbrush systems, making it accessible to builders of all skill levels while delivering professional-quality results.
- Dynamic and durable colour finish — Fast Finish paints are formulated to provide both visual impact and long-lasting durability, maintaining colour vibrancy and gloss retention through multiple races, crashes, and outdoor sessions without fading or dulling.
Technical Performance
The Fastrax Fast Finish Desert Ivory Spray Paint represents a significant advancement in RC body paint technology. This 150ml aerosol is engineered specifically for polycarbonate and lexan bodyshells, which require a fundamentally different paint formula than rigid plastic or metal surfaces. The paint's specially blended composition allows it to flex and move with the bodyshell without cracking, peeling, or flaking—a critical requirement for RC cars that experience constant vibration, impacts, and flexing during operation. The fuel-resistant properties make it particularly valuable for builders working with nitro-powered vehicles, where traditional paints would degrade rapidly when exposed to methanol fuel. Fast Finish achieves superior performance through careful formulation that balances adhesion, flexibility, and durability. The weight savings of 10-12g compared to standard lexan paints is substantial in RC racing contexts, where reducing unsprung weight directly improves handling characteristics, acceleration, and overall performance. This makes Fast Finish the preferred choice for competitive racers on UK tracks and at national events. The Desert Ivory colour provides excellent coverage and a warm, realistic appearance suitable for scale RC builds, desert-themed custom bodies, and professional-looking liveries. Application is straightforward—simply shake the can and spray using standard aerosol technique, with the paint drying to a professional finish without requiring additional clear coats or varnish layers.
What's in the Box
- Fastrax Fast Finish Desert Ivory Spray Paint 150ml aerosol can
What You Need to Complete
- Polycarbonate RC model car bodyshell
- Masking tape and newspaper or masking paper for protecting areas you don't want painted
- Well-ventilated spray area or outdoor location
- Optional: Fastrax Fast Finish Matt Effect Bodyshell Varnish for a scale, authentic matt finish
- Optional: Additional spray cans for multi-colour custom designs and effects
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Fastrax Fast Finish Desert Ivory suitable for all types of RC cars? — Fast Finish paint is specifically formulated for polycarbonate (lexan) bodyshells, making it suitable for most RC cars including buggies, monster trucks, touring cars, and off-road vehicles that use lexan bodies. It is not recommended for rigid plastic or painted pre-finished bodies. Check your bodyshell material before purchasing to ensure compatibility.
- Will Fast Finish paint work on nitro RC cars? — Yes, one of the key advantages of Fast Finish paint is its fuel resistance, making it ideal for nitro-powered RC cars where the bodyshell comes into contact with methanol-based fuels. Unlike standard spray paints, Fast Finish will not degrade or discolour when exposed to nitro fuel.
- How much weight will Fast Finish add to my RC body? — Fast Finish is considerably lighter than standard lexan paints, adding approximately 3-5g per painted body compared to 13-17g with conventional lexan paints. This typically makes a painted Fast Finish body 10-12g lighter overall, which is a significant advantage in competitive racing where weight directly impacts performance.
- Can I use Fast Finish without a primer or base coat? — Fast Finish is designed to apply directly to polycarbonate bodyshells without requiring a primer, providing quick coverage and a professional finish in a single application. For best results on unpainted lexan, one or two coats should provide complete coverage.
- What is the difference between Desert Ivory and other Fastrax Fast Finish colours? — Fastrax offers Fast Finish in three finish ranges: Classic colours including whites, reds, blacks and metallics; Neon ultra-bright fluorescent colours for maximum track visibility; and Special FX paints including metalflakes, pearl finishes and chameleon colours for custom effects. Desert Ivory is part of the Classic range, offering a warm, neutral tone perfect for scale and desert-themed builds.
- Do I need to apply a varnish or clear coat over Fast Finish paint? — Fast Finish paint provides a durable, professional finish without requiring additional clear coats. However, Fastrax also offers Fast Finish Matt Effect Bodyshell Varnish if you prefer a scale, authentic matt finish instead of the standard gloss appearance.
- How long does Fast Finish paint take to dry? — Fast Finish aerosol paints dry quickly, typically within 30 minutes to 1 hour depending on ambient temperature and humidity conditions. Allow adequate drying time before handling or installing the bodyshell on your RC car.
Why Buy from RC Model Shop?
RC Model Shop is a trusted UK RC retailer and authorised dealer for all the brands we stock, including Traxxas, ARRMA, Losi, FTX, Hobbywing, Spektrum and more. Based in Walsall, we have a physical store where customers are welcome to come in, view products and purchase in store. Whether you are a seasoned competitor, a weekend basher, or just discovering the world of RC for the first time, our team of experienced RC enthusiasts is here to help you find the perfect setup and provide ongoing support. Order the Fastrax Fast Finish Desert Ivory Spray Paint 150ml today with confidence, knowing you are buying from an authorised retailer with genuine products, expert knowledge and a commitment to customer satisfaction. Shop online or visit us in Walsall — we look forward to helping you get the most out of your RC experience.
- Brand: Fastrax
- Model number: FAST2950-02
- Product type: Spray paint
- Colour: Desert Ivory
- Finish: Solid
- Size: 150ml aerosol can
- Paint type: Polycarbonate paint
- Application method: Aerosol spray
- Suitable for: Polycarbonate (lexan) RC model car bodyshells
- Fuel resistant: Yes
- Weight advantage: Painted bodies are typically 10-12g lighter than bodies painted with standard lexan paints
- Special properties: Specially blended formula for flexible polycarbonate material, does not crack or peel
- Compatible with: Nitro RC cars and electric RC cars
- Coverage: One or two coats typically provides complete coverage on unpainted lexan
- Drying time: Approximately 30 minutes to 1 hour depending on conditions
- Available finishes in range: Classic colours, Neon fluorescent colours, Special FX paints
- Optional complementary product: Fastrax Fast Finish Matt Effect Bodyshell Varnish 150ml for matt finish
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- For orders above £120, we offer delivery to most mainland UK addresses. For orders under £120, we can still deliver to Northern Ireland and the outlying isles, as long as the item can be sent by Royal Mail, weighs less than 30kg, and fits within 61cm × 46cm × 46cm. Some highland and remote areas may carry an extra delivery charge as couriers often apply surcharges in these locations. If you live in one of these areas, feel free to contact us before ordering so we can confirm the delivery options and costs for you.
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