As a moderate purist, I would run, not walk away from a painted DeLorean!! Many were painted because of body problems, but if you are determined to strip a painted "D" I have a tool that is plastic and used in the HVAC industry. Many folks have used it in stripping furniture, I doubt that it would damage the stainless like a razor blade. Anyone want one, E-Mail me, I'll send you one free. Mike Nashua NH