Chrysler Pace Car Blue (VV-1 (1963)) Touch Up Paint

The Look

This is a color with presence, born from the high-visibility needs of the 1963 Indianapolis 500. While it was technically available across the lineup, most people recognize it on the iconic Chrysler 300 Pacesetter. It sits right in that sweet spot between a sky blue and a punchy turquoise, capturing the optimism of the early sixties. Because your car has lived a full life since 1963, the existing finish might have shifted toward a flatter or yellower tone due to sun exposure. This shade is bright and unforgiving with shadows, so it highlights the long, straight body lines of your Chrysler while demanding a clean surface.

Technical Details

This is a solid finish, which is a blessing for anyone working in a garage or under the shade. Unlike metallic paints that require you to worry about flakes standing up or laying down unevenly, this pigment provides deep, uniform coverage. The main risk with a solid blue this saturated is "dry spray," where the paint dries in the air before it hits the metal, leaving a fuzzy texture. You want the paint to land wet and flow together. Because there is no metallic flake to hide imperfections, every bit of dust or grit will show up, so spend extra time cleaning your repair area before you start.

Best Practices

You will find your data plate on the driver side of the firewall or the inner fender apron. Before you spray or dab Chrysler Pace Car Blue (check for code VV-1 (1963)), you need to shake the container for at least sixty seconds to ensure the heavy blue pigments are fully integrated. Test the color on the included card to verify the match against your aged paint. When you begin, keep the container moving to prevent the paint from pooling or sagging. If you are using a pen or brush, apply thin layers and let the drying time pass completely between coats to avoid dragging the bottom layer back up.