Paint Kits in 518 (1973) - Medium Green

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  • Chevrolet Medium Green (518 (1973)) Touch Up Paint Pen Kit – Complete System to Repair Small Chips and Scratches (1/2oz) Chevrolet Medium Green (518 (1973)) Touch Up Paint Pen Kit – Complete System to Repair Small Chips and Scratches (1/2oz)

    Paint Pen Kit

    Paint Pen Kit

    Small repairs up to pencil eraser size

    Easily hides damage

    Quick fix

    Skill Level: 🟢⚪⚪⚪

    $46.95
    $46.95
  • Chevrolet Medium Green (518 (1973)) Touch-Up Paint Bottle Kit – Complete System to Repair Medium Chips and Scratches (2oz) Chevrolet Medium Green (518 (1973)) Touch-Up Paint Bottle Kit – Complete System to Repair Medium Chips and Scratches (2oz)

    Paint Bottle Kit

    Paint Bottle Kit

    Medium damage up to size of a dime

    More blended coverage

    Short Project

    Skill Level: 🟡🟡⚪⚪

    $64.95
    $64.95
  • Chevrolet Medium Green (518 (1973)) Touch-Up Spray Can Kit – Complete Repair System for Panels, Bumpers and Larger Repairs (12oz) Chevrolet Medium Green (518 (1973)) Touch-Up Spray Can Kit – Complete Repair System for Panels, Bumpers and Larger Repairs (12oz)

    Spray Can Kit

    Spray Can Kit

    Large areas or single panel repaints

    Professional-level repairs

    Half-Day Job

    Skill Level: 🟠🟠🟠⚪

    $79.95
    $79.95

Paint in 518 (1973) - Medium Green

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  • Chevrolet Medium Green (518 (1973)) Exact-Match Paint Pen – Beginner-Friendly Repair for Small Chips and Scratches (1/2oz) Chevrolet Medium Green (518 (1973)) Exact-Match Paint Pen – Beginner-Friendly Repair for Small Chips and Scratches (1/2oz)

    Paint Pen

    Paint Pen

    Small repairs up to pencil eraser size

    Easily hides damage

    Quick fix

    Skill Level: 🟢⚪⚪⚪

    $19.95
    $19.95
  • Chevrolet Medium Green (518 (1973)) Exact-Match Paint Bottle – DIY Repair for Medium Chips and Scratches (2oz) Chevrolet Medium Green (518 (1973)) Exact-Match Paint Bottle – DIY Repair for Medium Chips and Scratches (2oz)

    Paint Bottle

    Paint Bottle

    Medium damage up to size of a dime

    More blended coverage

    Short Project

    Skill Level: 🟡🟡⚪⚪

    $34.95
    $34.95
  • Chevrolet Medium Green (518 (1973)) Exact-Match Spray Can – Professional Basecoat for Panels, Bumpers and Larger Repairs (12oz) Chevrolet Medium Green (518 (1973)) Exact-Match Spray Can – Professional Basecoat for Panels, Bumpers and Larger Repairs (12oz)

    Spray Can

    Spray Can

    Large areas or single panel repaints

    Professional-level repairs

    Half-Day Job

    Skill Level: 🟠🟠🟠⚪

    $39.95
    $39.95
  • Chevrolet Medium Green (518 (1973)) PRO Touch Up Paint for Spray Guns - Pint, Quart or Gallon Image showing a technician using a spray gun with PaintScratch pro-size automotive paint for a professional refinishing job.

    Professional Size

    Professional Size

    Multiple panels or complete repaints

    Showroom-quality finish

    Weekend Commitment

    Skill Level: 🔴🔴🔴🔴

    From $109.95
    From $109.95

This color is compatible with the following Chevrolets:

MODELS: Truck

YEARS: 1973

To determine if Medium Green is the correct color, check your vehicle's color code. It should match the paint color code, which is 518 (1973).

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Non-Paint Products for All Vehicles

Once you've added custom color paint to your cart, you will need clearcoat and (depending on your damage) other non-paint products to complete your repair.

Clearcoats

A necessary layer - applied over the paint - to add shine and prevent sun damage.

Primers

Applied before paint to protect bare surfaces, such as bare metal, plastic, or rubber.

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Body Filler Products

Smooth over scratches, pin holes, dents and dings.

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Your Paint Color Profile

518 (1973) - Medium Green

The Look

This green marks the debut of the iconic Square Body truck design. It is a no-nonsense, utilitarian shade that fits the working-class heritage of 1970s pickups. Because your truck has lived through five decades of history, this color choice keeps things authentic to the year it rolled off the assembly line. It is an earthy, grounded color that feels more like a tool than a fashion statement, making it the right choice for a truck that still sees some action.

Technical Details

You are working with a solid finish, which means there are no metallic flakes or pearls to complicate the application. This makes your job easier because you do not have to worry about the orientation of the particles or the risk of uneven stripes. However, because this is a solid pigment, any surface imperfections or poor sanding will show up under the light. Solid greens from this era are also prone to chalking or fading if left in the sun, so ensuring a clean, multi-layered application is vital for a lasting repair.

Best Practices

For your 1973 model, the paint code is usually found on the Service Parts Identification sticker located inside the glove box door. Before you spray or dab Chevrolet Medium Green (check for code 518 (1973)), you must shake the container for a full minute to get the heavy pigments moving. Test the color on the included card before you touch the metal to ensure the new paint aligns with any natural fading on your vehicle. Keep the container moving as you apply light layers, allowing enough drying time between passes to build a uniform surface without runs. Find a spot in the shade or your garage to prevent the sun from forcing the paint to dry too fast.

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How to Find Your Chevrolet's Color Code

Chevrolet did not make it easy to find the color code. Over the years they used many different locations and did not standardize the color plate, so it can be hard to locate. Usually it is in the glove box or the spare tire well; otherwise, the search may extend everywhere. The typical code is 51/WA316N, usually preceded by BC/CC. Two tone codes can appear as BC/CC U316N or BC/CC L316N (U for Upper, L for Lower).

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