COLOR CODEB9533 - Metallic Dark GreenFleet Touch-Up Paint

The Look

This color has lived a long life on commercial trucks and utility vans since the mid-60s. It is a professional forest green that focuses on durability rather than being flashy. Because your vehicle has likely seen its fair share of work over the years, this shade is excellent at hiding road grime and minor surface scuffs. It has a utilitarian soul that looks just as correct on a vintage shop truck as it does on a modern service van.

Technical Details

You are working with a metallic finish, which means the paint contains tiny flakes that give it a subtle shimmer. These flakes are heavy and tend to settle at the bottom of the container. If you apply the paint too thick or hold your hand in one spot for too long, those flakes will bunch together and cause dark stripes or a blotchy look known as mottling. The key to a professional result is applying light, even layers that allow the metallic particles to lay flat across the surface.

Best Practices

For most commercial vehicles, you can find your paint code on the identification sticker inside the glove box or on the driver-side door pillar. Before you spray or dab Fleet Metallic Dark Green (check for code B9533), you need to shake the container for at least 60 seconds to fully mix those metallic bits. Test the color on the included card to see how well it matches your current finish, as older paint tends to fade over decades. Work in a cool garage or the shade, and always keep the container moving to ensure the flakes distribute evenly for a uniform appearance. Give the surface plenty of drying time between your layers to prevent the heavy green pigment from sagging.