COLOR CODE21 (1979) - Pastel BlueChevrolet Touch-Up Paint

The Look

Your car carries a specific kind of late-seventies charm that most modern vehicles can't replicate. This shade was a quiet staple across the 1979 lineup, found on everything from the family-sized Impala to the mid-sized Malibu. It is a soft, creamy hue that captures the transition from the bold, loud colors of the muscle car era into the more understated tones of the eighties. Since your vehicle has been on the road for quite some time, you will find that this color is excellent at hiding light road dust, though it will definitely show its age if you let oxidation take hold.

Technical Details

This is a solid finish, meaning there are no metallic flakes or pearl additives hiding inside the mixture. The lack of metal particles makes your job much easier because you do not have to worry about the "mottling" or tiger stripes that often plague silver or gold paints. However, solid colors are very honest. They show every ripple and ridge in your repair work. Because there is no sparkle to distract the eye, you must ensure your surface is smooth before you begin. The pigment is dense, so it provides good coverage, but the color can appear slightly different depending on the light in your garage.

Best Practices

Before you spray or dab Chevrolet Pastel Blue (check the trim tag under your hood for code 21 (1979)), you need to shake the container for at least sixty seconds to ensure the heavy pigments are fully blended. Do not skip the preparation; test the color on the included card first to see how the shade reacts to the light in your workspace. Whether you are using a nozzle or a brush, keep the container moving to prevent the paint from pooling in one spot. Work in thin, patient layers and allow for plenty of drying time between each application to reach the correct depth.