1973 Bentley Touch Up Paint (1 OEM Colors)

The 1973 Bentley Vibe

In 1973, Bentley was the quiet, dignified neighbor to the flashier cars of the disco era. While the rest of the world was experimenting with metallic golds and burnt oranges that looked like kitchen appliances, the Bentley T-Series and the Corniche stood their ground in the rolling hills of Crewe. In our database, we've focused on the one survivor that truly defines this heavyweight champion: Racing Green. This wasn't just a color; it was a statement of intent for a car that weighed as much as a small cottage and moved with the grace of a silent locomotive.

Paint Health Check

If you're staring at a '73 Bentley today, you're looking at the Single Stage Era. This is honest, thick pigment that doesn't hide behind a plastic-like clear coat. The legend is that these finishes are bulletproof, but after fifty years, the reality is "The Chalk." Because there's no clear layer for protection, the sun literally eats the surface of the paint, turning that deep Racing Green into a dull, chalky mess. This is oxidation-the paint is literally dying on the vine. If your microfiber towel comes away green after a quick rub, that's not "color transfer"; that's your car's history rubbing off.

Restoration Tip

Before you even think about touching up a chip, you have to find the "live" paint. You can't stick new pigment to dead, oxidized chalk. Use a fine polishing compound to rub away the hazy surface until the deep luster returns-this is the beauty of single-stage; it has enough depth to be brought back from the grave. Once you've made your repair, remember the Salty Painter's golden rule: It needs wax or it dies. Without a modern sealant or a high-quality carnauba wax, that solvent-rich finish will start fading again before the next oil change. Keep it sealed, or keep a buffer in your hand.