COLOR CODE52 (1971) - SunflowerChevrolet Touch-Up Paint

The Look

This is a quintessential color from a high-water mark year for American performance. You would find this shade on everything from the Nova to the Corvette, and it carries a unique visual weight compared to the softer yellows of the previous decade. It has a green undertone that gives it a sharp energy in sunlight. Since your vehicle has been on the road for over fifty years, the existing paint might have shifted in tone due to UV exposure. This is a solid color that does not rely on metallic tricks to stand out, which means it will show the true quality of your surface preparation.

Technical Details

As a solid finish, this color is a great choice for repairs in a garage or shade because you do not have to worry about metallic flakes settling unevenly or creating dark spots. However, yellow pigments by nature are translucent and have lower hiding power than darker tones. If you are covering a dark primer or a deep scratch, the color underneath can ghost through the first few layers. To avoid this, ensure your surface is a uniform light gray before you begin. The benefit of a solid color is the ease of blending, as there is no flake to match, but you must be patient with your layering to achieve the correct depth.

Best Practices

Before you spray or dab Chevrolet Sunflower (check for code 52 (1971)), you need to shake it for at least 60 seconds. You can find your specific code on the trim tag located on the driver's side of the firewall, just under the hood. Because yellow pigments are heavy and settle at the bottom of the container, mixing is the only way to get the right tint. Test the color on the included card to see how it sits against your aged paint. When you apply the finish, keep the container moving to maintain a steady flow and wait for the full drying time between coats so the color builds up into a solid, vibrant surface.