Single stage paint vs. base coat-clear coat paint

[ERA Tom]

I wanted to get opinions on the pros & cons of using a single-stage, poly urethane enamel paint, probably a solid black or red, vs. doing the same colors in a two stage, base coat, clear coat poly urethane finish. I began my Cobra project pretty much set on using a two stage paint, probably PPG. After talking with several painters, I am beginning to have second thoughts. A couple of the "Pros" felt that a well buffed-out single stage paint job creates a more classic look on a Cobra. What do you Cobra lovers think?