GMC Tampico Turquiose Metallic (710A/727/745 (1961)) Touch Up Paint

The Look

This color is a time capsule of mid-century industrial design. Because your 1961 GMC truck was built during an era of heavy steel and bold chrome, this shade carries a weight that modern pastels just cannot replicate. It sits right in that sweet spot between a seafoam green and a deep ocean blue. Since your truck has likely been on the road or sitting in the sun for over six decades, the original finish has probably matured into a more muted, teal-heavy tone. It is a working-class color with a high-class shine that makes those classic body lines pop in the light.

Technical Details

This is a true metallic finish, which presents a unique challenge for your repair. The paint is loaded with tiny reflective flakes that give the turquoise its depth and shimmer. If you apply it too heavily in one spot, those flakes will sink and create dark, muddy patches. If you apply it too lightly, the color will look thin and won't match the surrounding panels. Success with this finish depends entirely on how well you manage the metallic particles so they lay flat and even across the surface of your garage project.

Best Practices

To confirm your match, look for the metal ID plate usually located on the driver's side door pillar or inside the glove box door. Before you spray or dab GMC Tampico Turquiose Metallic (check for code 710A/727/745 (1961)), you need to shake the container for at least two minutes. Metallic flakes are heavy and settle at the bottom; if you don't mix them thoroughly, the color will come out looking like a solid teal instead of a metallic. Test the color on the included card to ensure the flake density looks right. When you are ready, keep the container moving at all times to prevent the metal from pooling. Work in thin layers and give the paint plenty of drying time before deciding if you need another coat.