This color is compatible with the following Buicks:

MODELS: All Models

YEARS: 1970

To determine if Stratomist Blue Iridescent is the correct color, check your vehicle's color code. It should match the paint color code, which is 26 (1970).

  • Perfect Color Match - or we replace it free

    Custom mixed, just for you. No risk. No guesswork.

  • Free Shipping on Orders $149+

    Every paint mixed to order & shipped in 3-5 days.

  • 75-Day Refunds & Returns

    We'll replace or refund - no need to mail back returns!

  • Easy for First-Time Users

    Kits for every skill level - from beginner to pro.

Non-Paint Products for All Vehicles

Once you've added custom color paint to your cart, you will need clearcoat and (depending on your damage) other non-paint products to complete your repair.

Your Paint Color Profile

26 (1970) - Stratomist Blue Iridescent

The Look

1970 was the year Buick decided to be loud. Stratomist Blue Iridescent is the definition of muscle car royalty. It lived on the iconic GSX and the big Electras alike. This is a punchy, medium-bright blue that refuses to blend into the background. It captures the light and throws it back with a sharp, metallic bite. It's aggressive. It's classic. It looks like high-octane history.

Technical Details

This is an iridescent finish. That means it's packed with heavy metallic flake. These particles are heavy and love to sink to the bottom of the container. If they aren't mixed right, the color will look dull or patchy. There is a real risk of mottling. If you apply it too thick in one spot, the metal flakes will clump and create dark "tiger stripes." Thin, even layers are your only path to a factory finish.

Best Practices

Pop the hood and look at the cowl tag. It's a small metal plate riveted to the driver's side of the upper firewall. Look for the "PNT" or "PAINT" line. Before you spray or dab Buick Stratomist Blue Iridescent (check for code 26 (1970)), you need to shake it for 60 seconds. You must hear that mixing ball rattling. Test the color on the included card to ensure the flake is suspended. Keep the container moving at all times to prevent the blue from pooling. Work in the garage or the shade to keep the surface cool. Respect the drying time between light coats so the metallic particles can set up straight.

ensuring the right match

How to Find Your Buick's Color Code

Buick used many different locations over the years, so the paint color plate can be hard to find. GM did not standardize the location. Commonly cited spots are the glove box or the spare tire well; otherwise it may be anywhere. The code format typically looks like 51/WA316N, usually preceded by BC/CC (BC/CC 51 or BC/CC 316N), and two-tone entries may show U or L (BC/CC U316N or BC/CC L316N).

About Buick color codes
make her smiling and friendly

Custom paint for your Buick

Skip Expensive Body Shops - Do It Yourself!

Whether you're an absolute beginner or a seasoned professional, you can achieve a high-quality paint job on your Buick in the comfort of your own home.

PaintScratch proudly offers simple, beginner-friendly products in Stratomist Blue Iridescent that do not require any fancy equipment. For the serious car fanatic, you can find ready-to-spray large-sized paints.

Continue shopping

Need a different color?

We'll help you find the perfect match - or mix up something completely unique!

Return to search

What Our Customers Are Saying

4.6 Stars (5,911 reviews)
L
Laura C.
Nov 21

Will absolutely order from this company again.

After ordering touch-up paint from Lexus I was still waiting for it a month later. If they'd told me upfront it would take that long I wouldn't have ordered in the first place. Paint Scratch was recommended by a friend who restores cars. Easy ordering, fair price and fast shipping. The color match is great especially considering my car is a 2012. Will absolutely order from this company again. Reason I chose this business: Lexus collision repair and a local collision repair. Will use paint less dent removal and touch up chipped paint myself. Reason I chose this product: Spouse sideswiped passenger side of car while backing out of garage. Mostly plastic transfer from his wheel well trim but pressure creased and cracked the paint causing a bare strip 1/8 wide x 4" long below door handle. Scratches on door handle and a few small chips on both doors.

J
Javier A
Nov 26

Simply the best custom mixed paint in spray cans

Used Paint Scratch metallic custom mixed spray cans paint on a hood panel with excellent coverage and texture over the surface. Metallic paint can be very unforgiving out of a spray can, sputtering pigmentation dots on the panel being sprayed and thus ruining the paint job. No such issues with Paint Scratch custom mixed metallic paint spray cans. Paint sprayed strong and evenly till the last drop of paint in the can. Shipping time was faster than expected. Reason I chose this business: Having tried other brands of custom mixed metallic paint with terrible results, sputtering pigmentation tint dots from the spray nozzle in spite of vigorously shaking of can prior to application and loss of propellant rendering the lower fifth of the can's paint useless, Paint Scratch custom mixed metallic paint sprays out beautifully and strong all the way to the last gram of paint in the can. Simply the best custom mixed paint in spray cans for automotive restoration. Thank you Paint Scratch.

M
Matt M.
Sept 6

My highest rating With No Reservations. A+

I am a multiple time purchaser from this company. Each time they have provided me high quality products that are reasonably priced. The products come in a timely manner well packaged. The resources they provide have given me excellent guidance about how to use their products. I give this company my highest rating With No Reservations. A+ Reason I chose this business: There is no comparison possible. They are in League of Their Own as far as I'm concerned.

Review photo