Chevrolet Med Red (Interior) (722 (1978)) Touch Up Paint

The Look

The 1978 Corvette was a milestone for Chevrolet, marking twenty-five years of the brand's halo car with a sleek new fastback roofline. Inside that cabin, this color was the bold choice for owners who wanted their cockpit to feel like a high-energy flight deck. It is a deep, saturated red that avoids the orange or brown undertones found in later eras. If your interior feels a bit tired after four decades of service, this is the exact pigment needed to bring that factory punch back to your door panels and center console.

Technical Details

This is a solid finish, meaning it relies on pure pigment rather than metallic flakes or pearls to get its point across. While that makes the application more forgiving than a silver or gold, red is an notoriously opinionated color. Red pigments are heavy and naturally want to settle at the bottom of the container. If you are staring at a faded dashboard and wondering if Chevrolet Med Red (Interior) (code 722 (1978)) will actually match, remember that forty years of sun does a number on plastic. The fresh paint will likely look deeper and richer than the sun-bleached areas nearby, so plan your repair boundaries carefully.

Best Practices

You will find your trim tag riveted to the driver-side door hinge pillar, just above the hinge itself. Before you start, find a spot in your garage or a patch of shade away from the wind. Because those heavy red pigments love to clump, you must shake the container for at least two full minutes to ensure the color is uniform. Test the color on the included card to see how the pigment lays down before you touch your car. Whether you are using a nozzle or a brush, keep the container moving to prevent the paint from pooling. Work in thin layers and give each one plenty of drying time to ensure the finish stays durable and flat against the texture of your interior trim.