WE5182 - Med Green Chevrolet Touch Up Paint

The Look

Your 1970 Chevy isn't trying to scream for attention like the muscle cars of that era. While the Chevelles and Camaros were busy wearing neon-bright shades, this color was the choice for the heavy lifters and the honest daily drivers. It is a deep, earthy green that feels grounded in the woods rather than a racetrack. Because your vehicle has likely spent over half a century in the sun, the original finish has probably matured into a softer, more muted tone. This isn't a vanity color; it's a color for a machine that was built to last.

Technical Details

This is a metallic finish, which means your biggest enemy is clumped metal flakes. If you let the paint sit or apply it too heavily in one spot, the flakes will bunch up and create dark, muddy patches known as mottling. To get the light to hit the surface correctly, you need to maintain a consistent flow and speed. Metallics are less about hiding dings and more about playing with the light. Since it's a metallic, the depth you see in the sun comes from those tiny flakes sitting flat on the surface. If they stand on edge because the paint was applied too thick, the repair will look darker than the rest of the body.

Best Practices

Before you spray or dab Chevrolet Med Green (check for code WE5182), you need to shake it for 60 seconds. In a 1970 truck, you will usually find that paint code sticker inside the glove box door; on cars, look for a metal cowl tag on the firewall under the hood. Always test the color on the included card to see how the metallic flakes settle before touching the actual vehicle. Work in the shade or a cool garage, as hot metal will make the paint dry before it can lay flat. Keep the container moving at all times to ensure the flakes stay suspended in the mix. Instead of trying to cover a scratch in one go, apply three thin layers and give each one ample drying time.