AMC Gremlin Touch Up Paint (30 OEM Colors)

The Color Breakdown

The AMC Gremlin didn't just join the subcompact party; it crashed it wearing a tuxedo made of neon lights. With 30 recorded colors, AMC really went for it, offering everything from the subtle Quicksilver Metallic to the "look-at-me" Lime Green and the quintessentially 70s Sun Orange. Whether your Gremlin is a muted Sand Tan or a deep Midnight Blue Metallic, these colors weren't just paint-they were a lifestyle choice.

What to Watch For

First things first: pop the driver's side door and look at the jamb. You're looking for a small metal "Door Data Plate." The paint code is usually stamped right there, though after forty-plus years, you might need a flashlight and a little patience to decode it. Because these cars often used older enamel or lacquer finishes, the most common issue you'll face is "chalking"-where the paint looks dull and dusty. You'll also want to keep a close eye on the sharp body creases and the area around the rear hatch; the paint tends to get thin on those signature "Kammback" edges, leaving the metal vulnerable to the elements.

Driveway Repair Tip

Since nearly half of the Gremlin's color palette consists of metallics like Captain Blue Metallic or Limefire Metallic, your biggest hurdle is the "settle." Those tiny metallic flakes love to sink to the bottom of the bottle like lead weights. Before you touch a single chip, shake your touch-up bottle for a full 60 seconds-and then shake it for 30 more. This ensures the "sparkle" is evenly distributed so your repair doesn't look like a dark smudge. When applying, use the "less is more" rule: dab a tiny amount into the center of the chip and let it flow to the edges. If it's a deep scratch, do two thin coats rather than one big, gloopy one.