If I was going to paint this, what kind of paint should I get?

I didn't painted. But I asked and they suggested me to prime and then acrylic paint

Can I use homemade wood putty to smooth the body out and make this a more streamlined model?

Wood putty may be good for unseen areas it sands easy but not always a good look. I use a plastic putty by Vallejo. It's water base and easy to manipulate.

How difficult would this be for an adult beginner?

Adult beginner, OK. (Would not recommend for a child). Keep in mind: patience, take your time removing pieces, joining parts, check assemblies - especially mechanicals. Sand where needed ("burrs" where pieces were attached to sheet). Wax liberally, not only moving parts, but to help ease parts together. Good luck and enjoy!

any help on how to put on metal spring?

It's a bit tricky, I had to use a pair of tweezers for help. I use them to increase the opening of A1 in order to slide in the middle hook of the spring. Once that's done and you're tightening the spring be careful. Hold it to keep it from unraveling. I used the tweezers to guide the spring hook to it's final resting place. Hope I was helpful.

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🏁 Drift into the future of vintage craftsmanship with every twist and turn!

GLUE FREE ECO FRIENDLY BUILD - Crafted entirely from wood with no glue, metal, or plastic—pure sustainable creativity.
INTRICATE ENGINEERING MASTERPIECE - Experience the thrill of assembling 370 laser-cut wooden components with flawless precision.
FULLY FUNCTIONAL MECHANICAL MOVEMENT - Watch your creation come alive with a powerful spring-driven system and rotating wheels.
THE ULTIMATE GIFT FOR CREATIVE MINDS - Impress engineers, hobbyists, and vintage car lovers with a timeless, interactive model kit.
CHALLENGING YET REWARDING DIY EXPERIENCE - Perfect for professionals craving a hands-on brain teaser that sharpens motor skills and patience.

The UGEARS Drift Cobra Racing Car is a sophisticated 3D wooden puzzle featuring 370 laser-cut parts and a spring-driven mechanical system. Designed for adults and advanced hobbyists, this glue-free, eco-friendly model offers a challenging hands-on assembly experience that results in a fully functional vintage-style racing car. Ideal for creative professionals and engineers, it combines brain-teasing fun with precision craftsmanship.

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ASIN	B09JNYLJ9V
Additional Features	Powerful spring motor
Age Range Description	14+
Best Sellers Rank	#240,279 in Toys & Games ( See Top 100 in Toys & Games ) #1,505 in 3-D Puzzles
Brand Name	UGEARS
Color	Wooden
Customer Package Type	FFP
Customer Reviews	4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (1,021)
Educational Objective	Motor Skill
Global Trade Identification Number	04820184121317
Included Components	Plywood, spring
Item Dimensions	14.88 x 6.69 x 0.1 inches
Item Dimensions L x W	14.88"L x 6.69"W
Item Shape	Car
Item Type Name	3D Mechanical Model
Manufacturer	UGEARS
Manufacturer Part Number	UG70161
Manufacturer recommended age	14 years and up
Material Type	Wood
Material Type Free	Glue Free, Metal Free, Electronic Free, Plastic Free
Model Number	70161
Number of Items	1
Number of Pieces	370
Number of Players	1
Operation Mode	Manual
Play Activity Location	Tabletop
Power Source	Manual Winding
Product Style	Drift Cobra Racing
Puzzle Type	3D Puzzle
Set Name	Drift Cobra Racing Car
Size	37.8 cm x 17 cm x 4.5 cm
Skill Level	Advanced
Subject Character	Cobra
Supported Battery Types	No battery required
Team Name	Carroll Shelby
Theme	Retro
Unit Count	370 Count

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