1972 Fiat Touch Up Paint (5 OEM Colors)

The 1972 Fiat Vibe

1972 was a year of short-throw shifters, high-revving Italian engines, and the kind of style that only comes from a country that treats car design like high art. Whether you were carving canyons in a 124 Spider or zig-zagging through city traffic in an 850, your Fiat was built to move. While the palettes of the early 70s were exploding with experimental earth tones, we've focused on the absolute survivor that defined the era: Bottle Green. This wasn't just a color; it was a mood-deep, organic, and perfectly suited for a car that looked just as good parked in front of a cafe as it did screaming down the Autostrada.

Paint Health Check

Welcome to the Single Stage Era, kid. Back in '72, Fiat wasn't bothering with clear coats; what you see is what you get-a pigment-heavy layer of enamel or lacquer sprayed right onto the metal. The good news? You can buff this paint until your arms fall off and usually find fresh color hiding underneath the grime. The bad news? This era is the undisputed king of "The Chalky Fade." Without a protective top layer, that deep Bottle Green is prone to heavy oxidation. If your Fiat has been sitting out, it probably looks more like a chalkboard than a sports car. This paint is thirsty, and the sun is its worst enemy.

Restoration Tip

Because this is a single-stage finish, your mantra is simple: It needs wax or it dies. If you're staring at a dull, oxidized surface, don't go reaching for the most aggressive sandpaper you can find. Start with a dedicated paint cleaner or a very fine polish to gently lift that dead, milky layer of pigment off the surface. Once the rich green starts to peek through, don't stop there. You have to seal it immediately. Think of a high-quality wax as the "artificial clear coat" the factory never gave you. Keep it sealed, keep it shiny, and don't let the air get to it, or you'll be back to square one by next summer.