COLOR CODE390 - Verde Green Met.Fiat Touch-Up Paint

The Look

This color is a hallmark of the late seventies, arriving just as the automotive world shifted from flat, earthy tones into the era of high-metallic technical finishes. It is a deep, sophisticated forest green that defines the classic silhouettes of the 124 Spider and the X1/9. Since your Fiat has likely spent decades on the road, you may notice the original finish has a moody character that shifts from a dark moss in the shade to a vibrant, shimmering emerald in direct sunlight. It is a rewarding color to maintain because it carries the weight and history of Italian sportscar design from 1978 through 1982.

Technical Details

The metallic nature of this paint means you are working with thousands of tiny flakes suspended in the pigment. This creates a beautiful depth, but it also introduces the risk of mottling. If you apply the paint too heavily in one spot, the metal flakes will sink and bunch together, creating dark, cloudy patches that look uneven. To get a consistent finish, you must focus on thin, even layers. This allows the flakes to lay flat and catch the light the way the factory intended. If the finish looks "tiger-striped" or blotchy, it is usually because the paint was applied too thick or the container was held too close to the surface.

Best Practices

Finding your identification tag on an older Fiat can be a bit of a hunt, but you should start by looking for a silver foil sticker on the underside of the trunk lid. If it isn't there, check the firewall or the inner fender inside the engine bay. Before you spray or dab Fiat Verde Green Met. (check for code 390), you need to shake it for 60 seconds. This step is vital because the heavy metallic flakes settle at the bottom of the container while it sits on your shelf. Test the color on the included card first to ensure the flake distribution looks right. When you are ready to work on the car, keep the container moving at a steady pace and maintain a consistent spray distance to avoid building up too much moisture in one area. Give the paint plenty of drying time between each layer so the metallic structure stays locked in place.