NM,
I think the best and most cost effective way to get what you want would be to use an inexpinsive paint with none of the addons(hardner,clearcoat) just color and thinner.Try Western synthitic enamel.The reason I Know you can get the effect you seek is I do a little painting for friends and relatives and some do not want to spend the money on the extras. i have seen this stuff loose its shine in 6 months,still looks ok just not shiney,and if you decide you want a shine take some turtle wax to it it will shine right up good luck, Aaron