Ford Oxford Blue Poly (H (1962)) Touch Up Paint

The Look

1962 was a pivot point for Ford design, and this shade helped define that transition. Whether it sits on the long, jet-age lines of a Thunderbird or the honest curves of a Falcon, this color carries a heavy dose of mid-century sophistication. It captures the spirit of the early sixties with a deep blue that feels more expensive than a standard fleet color. Because your Ford has been on the road for over sixty years, the original finish has developed its own character, but this pigment is designed to restore that factory-floor dignity.

Technical Details

This is a polychromatic finish, which is the vintage term for a metallic. It contains fine aluminum flakes that give the blue its depth and shimmer. Metallic paints are more technical than solid colors because those tiny flakes settle at the bottom of the container in a short time. If they are not distributed throughout the mix, the repair will look like a flat, dark blue rather than a metallic match. You also have to be careful with the thickness of your application. Applying the paint too thick in one spot causes the metal flakes to bunch up, creating dark, blotchy patches that disrupt the flow of the finish.

Best Practices

Before you spray or dab Ford Oxford Blue Poly (check for code H (1962)), you need to shake it for 60 seconds to get those metal flakes moving. You will find your paint code on the data plate on the rear face of the driver's side door. Always work in a cool Garage or a spot of Shade to keep the surface temperature down. Test the color on the included card first to see how the metallic flakes lay down. When you start the actual repair, keep the container moving and use several thin layers rather than one heavy coat. Giving the paint plenty of drying time between applications ensures the flakes stay suspended where they belong.