GMC C10-C30 Series Touch Up Paint (66 OEM Colors)

The Color Breakdown

General Motors didn't play it safe with the C10-C30 Series. With 66 colors on the books, they really went for it. You'll find everything from the workhorse Woodland Green and the punchy Tangier Orange to the surprisingly classy Dark Slate Metallic. Whether your truck spent its life on a farm or in a suburban driveway, GMC provided a spectrum that made these trucks look just as good at a Sunday car show as they did hauling a load of gravel.

What to Watch For

Before you pop that touch-up cap, you need to find your "recipe." For this series, GMC hid the secret code in the glovebox. Look for a silver or white "SPID" (Service Parts Identification) sticker-your paint code is usually at the bottom, often preceded by a "U" for upper or "L" for lower if you've got a two-tone beauty. Now, for the reality check: these trucks are famous for the "GM Peel." Over time, the paint likes to part ways with the primer, especially on the hood and roof where the sun beats down. If you see edges starting to flake, don't ignore them; catching a small chip today prevents a giant flake tomorrow.

Driveway Repair Tip

Since so many of these GMC colors are metallics-like Light Blue Metallic or Saddle Metallic-the "settling" of the silver flakes is your biggest hurdle. Shake your touch-up bottle for a full two minutes (play a song, it helps) to wake up those sparkles. When applying, avoid the temptation to fill a deep chip in one "blob." Instead, think of it like a tiny bit of nail polish: dab a thin layer, let it dry for 20 minutes, and come back for a second pass. Matching these older finishes requires patience, but thin layers will keep your repair flush with the rest of the body rather than looking like a colorful wart on your fender.