Citroen Grecian Gray (AC-102) Touch Up Paint

The Look

This shade is a mid-century masterpiece of understatement. Used across the entire lineup during the sixties, it is the color that helped define the silhouette of the DS and the rugged charm of the 2CV. It is a soft, industrial gray that feels more like a architectural choice than a typical automotive one. Since your car has been on the road for over half a century, you may find that the existing paint has developed a warmer, creamy patina compared to a fresh sample. This color does not try to hide; it provides a clean, neutral stage that lets the radical French body lines do all the heavy lifting.

Technical Details

This is a solid finish, meaning there are no metallic flakes or pearl pigments to worry about. From a repair standpoint, this is a massive advantage. You will not have to deal with the color shifting or looking "patchy" based on how the light hits it. The trade-off is that solid grays are very honest. They do not have sparkles to camouflage a poor repair or a rough surface. If your Citroen has a deep scratch or a dent, this gray will highlight the shadow of that imperfection. Ensure your surface is level and smooth before you begin, or the final result will mirror every bump in the metal.

Best Practices

Before you spray or dab Citroen Grecian Gray (check for code AC-102), you need to shake it for 60 seconds. On these classic models, you can usually find your confirmation code stencilled onto the suspension top under the hood or stamped onto a small circular aluminum disc riveted to the firewall. Once you are ready to work in your garage or in the shade, test the color on the included card to ensure the pigments are fully blended. Keep the container moving at all times to prevent the paint from pooling, and rely on thin, multiple layers rather than one heavy coat. Allow plenty of drying time between each pass to ensure the finish remains hard and durable.