1979 Bentley Touch Up Paint (1 OEM Colors)

The 1979 Bentley Vibe

In 1979, Bentley wasn't just building cars; they were crafting mobile fortresses of British tradition. Whether you were piloting a T2 or a Corniche, the presence was undeniable. While the rest of the world was experimenting with "modern" plastics, the Crewe factory was still laying down paint with the kind of depth that made you feel like you could reach into the fender. Our records show the soul of this year was defined by the survivors-the only color that truly mattered: Racing Green. It wasn't just a choice; it was a statement that you'd arrived, and you weren't in a hurry to leave.

Paint Health Check

We are firmly in the Single Stage Era here. That 1979 finish is a heavy, pigmented enamel that's as honest as a handshake, but it's got a weakness: it's porous. Over forty years later, that lustrous Racing Green often develops what we call "The Chalky Haze." That's oxidation-the paint literally dying of thirst as the sun leaches the oils out of the surface. If your Bentley looks more like a chalkboard than a mirror, you're looking at dead pigment sitting on top of the good stuff. Unlike modern cars that peel like a sunburn, these old girls just fade away quietly if you don't intervene.

Restoration Tip

With 1979 single-stage paint, your mantra is simple: It needs wax or it dies. Before you touch it with a polisher, use a high-quality clay bar to pull out the decades of embedded road grime. When you do go to buff it, don't be shocked if your pad turns green-that's just the dead oxidation coming off. Once you've found the shine again, seal it immediately. These finishes are thirsty; a heavy coat of carnauba wax or a high-solids sealant is the only thing standing between your Bentley and a permanent matte finish. Treat it like fine leather-keep it fed, keep it shielded, and it'll outlast us all.