Har, thats why Im a fan of leaving the original paint with a good sanding and priming.
Clearcoat was recommended as home paint tends to be really brittle and the clear will keep it safe.
Yeah, I started off with just sanding and got a great finish, but kidded myself into thinking it would be quicker to strip the lot off
As for paint, Ive bought standard halfords automotive primer and a can of smooth yellow hammerite. I looked at clearcoat but thought I already had a can at home. Turns out I dont have much of it left so Ill probably go and buy another can after Ive done the yellow.