Paint for your Pinewood Derby car. It's as easy as ABC!

Use a final gloss clear paint coat to give your car an extra shine. Some people use car wax but clear paint gives better results.

You will get better results if you give your car several light coats of paint rather than one or two thick coats.

Sand your car lightly after the first coat of paint dries. This will smooth out any raised grain and give your car a smoother finish.

If your Pinewood Derby race uses a judge to determine the winner of each race instead of an electronic timer, paint your car red. It will give your car a psychological advantage and may give you the win in a very close race.

For an extra smooth finish, spread a very thin layer of wood putty on the car with your fingers before painting. Let dry then sand until smooth. The putty will fill any irregularities in the wood.