paint and body work questions?

[bmfpeterson]

I am almost ready to take my truck down to get painted but don't have any idea on what to expect for cost. I had the whole thing media blasted and replaced rockers, cab corners,roll pan and shaved marker lights and the fire wall. I want to do a nice gloss black finish and understand that it shows all. I talked to a local shop I just stopped by that dose a lot of old cars/trucks and he told me his guy was really really good body/paint guy and he estimated $7,000-$8,000. I understand paint is a big factor in the build and want to have a nice paint job but is this what I should expect?

Any help is greatly appreciated!!