Generation Specific => Second Generation 1970-1981 => Topic started by: d_hache on March 01, 2023, 09:04:58 AM

Title: 1980 Pace Car (Paint Can Question \ Interior)
Post by: d_hache on March 01, 2023, 09:04:58 AM

There is a 1980 Pace Car that came up for sale that i might go take a look at.
I was curious about the interior paints available for those Pace Cars.
I have seen a few of these and the white panels don't age to well.  They almost become yellow.
Can you get those colors in those SEM paint cans for interiors?
Thanks

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Title: Re: 1980 Pace Car (Paint Can Question \ Interior)
Post by: Wallington on March 06, 2023, 12:53:44 AM

In many situations they can be brought back to life somewhat and still look original, whereas very few look original if attempted to touch-up. Then, you have to do the trim next to it, and the next piece, then the rest will look out of place.

Title: Re: 1980 Pace Car (Paint Can Question \ Interior)
Post by: roadking77 on March 06, 2023, 07:24:40 AM

I think the interior was oyster not white. I would have to pull out my colour chart but I am pretty sure you can get sem close to original. I have never used the service but I have heard that a good auto paint store can mix up colours for the interior trim as well if need be.

Title: Re: 1980 Pace Car (Paint Can Question \ Interior)
Post by: Wallington on March 06, 2023, 07:32:41 AM

Correct. There's possibly variations in any paints and dyes sold pre-mixed,  but do they match the vinyl or the plastic or the paint? Things to consider. It'd be a last chance attempt if the trim is bad and can't be saved.

Title: Re: 1980 Pace Car (Paint Can Question \ Interior)
Post by: d_hache on March 15, 2023, 09:06:55 AM

thanks for the info