Terra Verde Green Poly (T (1960)) Touch-Up Paint for Lincoln

The Look

The year 1960 marked a shift for Lincoln toward a more grounded and mature aesthetic. This color is the embodiment of that change. It is a deep, organic forest tone that swaps the flashy pastels of the fifties for an expensive, mid-century elegance. On a large car like the Continental, this green adds a sense of weight and authority. Since your Lincoln has been on the road for over sixty years, the original finish has likely mellowed, but this deep pigment still provides a rich backdrop that makes the chrome trim pop.

Technical Details

The "Poly" in the name confirms this is a metallic finish. This means the paint contains millions of tiny aluminum flakes that give the surface its depth. Metallics are more temperamental than solid colors because those flakes want to settle at the bottom of the container or bunch up on the panel. If you apply the paint too heavily in one spot, the flakes will sink, creating dark blotches or a striped effect. To get an even look that matches the rest of your car, you need to ensure the flakes stay suspended and land evenly on the surface.

Best Practices

You will find your paint code on the data plate located on the driver side door pillar or the edge of the door. Before you spray or dab Lincoln Terra Verde Green Poly (check for code T (1960)), you need to shake it for 60 seconds. This is the only way to get those heavy metallic particles moving so they don't clog the nozzle or the brush. Test the color on the included card to see how the flakes settle before you move to the car. When applying, keep the container moving across the repair area. Use thin layers and allow for plenty of drying time between each one. This prevents the paint from becoming too wet, which is usually when the metallic particles drift and ruin the finish.