Chevrolet Tasco Turquoise Poly (915A/916A/504A (1960)) Touch Up Paint

The Look

You are looking at a slice of 1960 optimism. This shade was a one-year wonder, famously inspired by the turquoise jewelry of Taxco, Mexico. Whether it is dressing up your Corvair or one of the very few Corvettes lucky enough to wear it, this color is the definition of mid-century cool. Since your car has been on the road for over six decades, you probably noticed how this shade shifts between blue and green depending on the light. It captures that transition from the chrome-heavy fifties to the space-age sixties with a look that is both elegant and bold.

Technical Details

This is a metallic finish, which means the paint is packed with tiny flakes that provide its signature shimmer. The main risk with these older "Poly" colors is mottling. If the paint goes on too heavy or stays wet for too long, those metal flakes will pool together and create dark, blotchy patches or "tiger stripes." You want an even, light application so the flakes can lay down flat against the surface. This ensures the shimmer looks uniform across the repair rather than appearing muddy or inconsistent.

Best Practices

For most models, your paint code is stamped on the metal cowl tag riveted to the firewall inside your engine garage. If you are working on a Corvair, look for that tag on the left rear wheel housing. Before you spray or dab Chevrolet Tasco Turquoise Poly (check for code 915A/916A/504A (1960)), you need to shake it for 60 seconds to wake up those heavy metallic particles. Test the color on the included card to confirm the match before touching the car. When you begin, keep the container moving to prevent the metal from pooling in one spot. Give the finish plenty of drying time between thin layers to ensure the flakes set exactly where they should.