COLOR CODEO (1964) - Silver Green PolyLincoln Touch-Up Paint

The Look

Your 1964 Lincoln was the height of executive class, and this color perfectly captured that era of slab-side elegance. It is not a loud or bright green; instead, it is a sophisticated, muted shade that shifts its personality depending on the sunlight. While it was available across all models, it is most famous on the Continental, where it complements the heavy chrome accents without competing for attention. Since your Lincoln has been on the road for sixty years, the original finish has likely developed a deep character that this shade aims to match.

Technical Details

This is a metallic finish, which in the 1960s was often called a polychromatic or "poly" paint. It relies on a fine mist of silver flakes to create its signature glow. The challenge with these older metallic formulas is a phenomenon called mottling. If the paint is applied in a heavy manner, those tiny silver flakes can bunch together and create dark, cloudy spots or stripes in the finish. To avoid this, you need to focus on achieving a light and uniform flow across the surface so the flakes lay flat.

Best Practices

You can find your warranty plate on the rear lock face of the left front door. Before you spray or dab Lincoln Silver Green Poly (check for code O (1964)), you need to shake it for 60 seconds. This is a critical step because the metallic particles are heavy and will settle at the bottom of the container. Test the color on the included card to get a feel for how the paint leaves the nozzle or brush. When you begin the repair, keep the container moving to ensure the silver flakes distribute evenly. Work in thin layers and allow plenty of drying time between each pass to lock the color in place and prevent the metallic particles from shifting.