there are single stage flat paints. hotrod flatz is one, there are others out there. they do not require a CC to flatten. I am thinking about a flat color as well, as I am doing all my own body work. It is my first car and I figured I won't be able to get it perfect. not sure what to do about the chrome yet. The chrome would look good on the contrast of a flat paint, but I am thinking about painting it all too. Was thinking a blue or green for the body and black for the trim and chrome.