COLOR CODE47-946 (1972) - Elkhart Green PolyChevrolet Touch-Up Paint

The Look

This color is a time capsule from 1972. While it became a signature look for the Corvette Stingray, it was available across the Chevrolet lineup as a sophisticated, earthy alternative to the high-impact neons of the late sixties. Since your car has been on the road for over half a century, you will notice this green has a mossy, organic character that changes significantly depending on whether you are standing in the sun or the shade. It represents a specific moment in automotive history when designers shifted toward grounded, natural tones with a metallic edge.

Technical Details

The "Poly" in the name is short for polychromatic, which is the vintage term for a metallic finish. This paint relies on tiny aluminum flakes to give the green its deep, shimmering quality. Metallic paints are more technical than solid colors because of a phenomenon called mottling. If the flakes do not land evenly, they can bunch together and create dark streaks or cloudy patches in the finish. This is not a defect in the paint but a result of how the particles settle. To avoid this, you must focus on thin, even layers rather than trying to get full coverage in one pass.

Best Practices

Before you apply Chevrolet Elkhart Green Poly (check for code 47-946 (1972)), find your trim tag to confirm the match; it is usually on the driver's side door hinge pillar for Corvettes or the firewall cowl for other models. Shake the container for at least two full minutes to wake up the heavy metallic flakes that settle at the bottom. Test the color on the included card to observe how the particles lay down. Whether you are using a brush or a nozzle, keep the container moving to prevent the paint from pooling. Give the surface plenty of drying time between light coats to ensure the metallic structure remains consistent across the repair.