COLOR CODE700A/728 (1961) - Jet BlackGMC Touch-Up Paint

The Look

Your 1961 GMC Truck was built to work, and this shade was the suit it wore to the job site. This is a deep, absolute black that defines the era of utility and strength. Because your truck has been on the road for over sixty years, the original finish has likely developed a character all its own through sun and weather. When you apply this color to those high-wear areas or edges, you are restoring the sharp, authoritative silhouette that made these trucks icons of the early sixties.

Technical Details

This is a solid finish, which means there are no metallic flakes or pearls to hide behind. Solid blacks are unforgiving because they act like a mirror; they show every ripple in the metal and every stray piece of dust. The benefit is a depth of color that modern metallics cannot touch. However, because it lacks sparkle to distract the eye, any unevenness in how you apply the paint will show up clearly. You want to focus on thin, even layers to ensure the pigment settles flat and maintains that glass-like look once the drying time has passed.

Best Practices

Before you spray or dab GMC Jet Black (check for code 700A/728 (1961)), you need to shake it for 60 seconds. You will usually find your paint information on a plate inside the glovebox or stamped on the driver's side door pillar. Since old paint fades at different rates, always test the color on the included card to see how it sits against your current finish. When you are ready to work, keep the container moving to avoid heavy spots that lead to runs. Whether you are using a nozzle or a brush, work in the shade to prevent the sun from baking the paint before it has a chance to level out properly.