I've been searching through the aesthethics and didn't find EXACTLY what I think I need answered but here goes anyways if you guys can help.

For a mystique, is it easy and should I remove the rear reflector when I intend to paint it body colour?

Secondly, would my steps be simple as Sand, Prime, Paint, Paint again, clear, and clear again?

Third, when sanding, would I use 400grit Sandpaper, 220, or what? What do you guys recommend? I know 400 is for sanding the prime, but would just using a regular rattle can work fine? If you guys can help out with that, Im going to go for it .

1998 Mercury Mystique LS - Looking for SVT EXHAUST, SVT Rear bumper (silver frost) and ANY rocker mouldings (side skirts)