P7416 - Cypress Green Fleet Touch Up Paint

The Look

This color is a time traveler. Remaining in production from 1966 through 2000, it defined the appearance of professional work vehicles for over three decades. It is a deep, forest-inspired shade that avoids the flashy trends of the seventies or the neon experiments of the nineties. Because it was designed for heavy-duty basecoat applications, it possesses a quiet, industrial dignity. Since your vehicle was built to be a reliable tool, this green was chosen because it looks just as professional in the woods as it does on a city street.

Technical Details

You are working with a solid finish. While many modern greens rely on mica or metallic flakes to create interest, this one relies on pure pigment. The benefit is an easier match and a more forgiving repair process. The risk, however, is that solid colors are honest. They do not hide behind a shimmer. If you apply the paint too heavily in one spot, the depth will look inconsistent compared to the factory coat. Because the finish on your vehicle has likely seen years of sun and road work, the original paint might be slightly weathered, so focus on building the color in thin layers.

Best Practices

Finding the label on a fleet vehicle can be a hunt. Look first on the driver-side door jamb, but if it is not there, check the inside of the glove box or the firewall under the hood. Before you apply Fleet Cypress Green to those chips (verify you have code P7416), you need to shake the container for at least a full minute to properly distribute the heavy green pigments. Always test the color on the included card to ensure the shade matches your current panels. Whether you are using a nozzle or a brush, keep the container moving to prevent pooling. Give each layer enough drying time in the garage or shade before adding the next one.