This color is compatible with the following Citroens:

MODELS: All Models

YEARS: 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978

To determine if Vert Printemps is the correct color, check your vehicle's color code. It should match the paint color code, which is AC-505.

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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.

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AC-505 - Vert Printemps

The Look

This color is the spirit of the French countryside in April. It is a bright, pastoral green that carries the optimism of the mid-sixties. While it rose to fame on the early DS, it became a staple for the 2CV and Ami during the prime years of the 1970s. Since your Citroen has likely been on the road for decades, the original finish has probably mellowed under the sun. This fresh pigment will bring back that classic, high-visibility pop that makes these cars so distinctive in a crowd.

Technical Details

This is a solid finish, meaning there are no metallic flakes or pearls to worry about. Solid colors like this offer the benefit of a deep, consistent hue that is easier to blend than a complex metallic. However, green pigments are sensitive to UV exposure. If your car lives outside, the old paint might have a slightly different shade than the new paint in your hand. Because there is no sparkle to distract the eye, getting the surface clean is your priority. Any leftover wax or road film will cause the new layer to sit unevenly on the panel.

Best Practices

You can find the identity of your paint on a small circular aluminum disc or stenciled in white paint within the engine bay, usually on the firewall or near the suspension towers. Before you spray or dab Citroen Vert Printemps (check for code AC-505), you need to shake the container for a full minute. Heavy pigments settle at the bottom, and if they aren't mixed, the green will look thin or off-key. Test the color on the included card to confirm the match against your current bodywork. When applying, work in the shade and keep the container moving to ensure the paint lays down in a smooth, even film without pooling. Give the repair plenty of drying time before you think about polishing.

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How to Find Your Citroen's Color Code

Citroen paint color code is obtained by contacting Citroen to determine the color code. If no color code exists, the alternative is the PPG or Dupont (Axalta) paint formula number. In practice, Citroen supplies the code, or the PPG or Dupont (Axalta) formula number is used as the reference.

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