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Originally Posted by Hawk312
The FAQ has great tips on getting a great finish. Check at the top of the board.
I think the consensus is to start spraying the body with very light mist coats for the first two coats. These coats should not look at all wet, and you should still be able to see the primer clearly through the first two coats. About 10-15 minutes between coats. Then spray a couple heavier coats for complete coverage. If you spray the last coat heavy enough, you will have a smoother finish. However, you run the risk of runs if you are not careful. It just takes practice.
Also, look at the sections in the FAQ about using rubbing compound. That is where you really get the shine.
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It's the final wet coat which gives you the glossy look. Then the polishing compound and wax give it that showroom feel. Personally though, I don't polish out the body paint (as I'm too scared!!). What I do instead is clear coat the car and then polish out the clear coat instead - the finish is glass-like (which is what you're after).