COLOR CODE385 - Med AquaJeep Touch-Up Paint

The Look

Your Jeep comes from a specific moment in 4x4 history when colors were as adventurous as the trails. This shade was a one-year-only offering for the 1969 lineup, appearing on the rugged CJ-5, the early Commandos, and the classic Wagoneers. It captures that late-sixties transition from military utility to recreational fun, sitting perfectly between a deep coastal teal and a forest green. Because your vehicle has likely spent decades in the sun or tucked away in a garage, the existing paint might have a slightly chalky or faded character. This fresh pigment will bring back that saturated, sea-foam punch that defined the Kaiser-Jeep era.

Technical Details

This is a solid finish, which is excellent news for anyone working in a driveway or under a shade. Unlike metallic paints that require you to worry about how the tiny flakes land, this solid color relies entirely on heavy pigment. The benefit is superior coverage and a much easier time hiding the edges of your repair. The only real risk is that these heavy pigments love to settle at the bottom of the container. If you do not mix it thoroughly, you might find the color looks more blue or more green than it should. Before you spray or dab Jeep Med Aqua (check for code 385), you need to shake it for 60 seconds to ensure those pigments are fully integrated.

Best Practices

You can usually find your paint code plate on the firewall, the radiator support, or occasionally on the inside of the driver's side door jamb. Since this color is over fifty years old, the most important step is consistency. Test the color on the included card before you touch the vehicle to see how the new paint interacts with the aged finish. When you start the repair, apply several thin layers rather than one heavy coat to prevent sagging. Whether you are using a nozzle or a brush, keep the container moving to maintain a steady flow. Give each layer enough drying time so the surface is no longer tacky before you add the next one.