1977 International Touch Up Paint (2 OEM Colors)

The 1977 International Vibe

It's 1977. You're likely leaning against the fender of an International Scout II or a Loadstar truck, listening to the radio and wondering if the gas crisis is ever going to end. This was the era of "Practical over Pretty." While the muscle cars of the early '70s were screaming in Plum Crazy purple, International was doubling down on the earth tones that defined the decade. We've focused our database on the ultimate survivor of that era: Beige. It wasn't just a color; it was a uniform. Whether that truck was hauling hay or pulling a trailer to the lake, that thick, no-nonsense beige was the only shade that mattered.

Paint Health Check

The good news is that 1977 was the peak of the Single Stage Era. You aren't dealing with peeling clear coat because, frankly, International didn't see the point in it yet. These trucks were sprayed with thick, heavy-duty enamel that was designed to take a beating. But here's the catch: Single-stage paint is porous. After four decades, that "bulletproof" finish has likely met its match in the sun. If your paint looks like a chalkboard and leaves a dusty residue on your hand every time you touch it, you're looking at Oxidation. Without a clear layer to protect it, the pigment literally starts to dry out and die.

Restoration Tip

If you're looking to save what's left of an original 1977 finish, remember the golden rule of the seventies: It needs wax or it dies. Because that enamel is so "thirsty," it will soak up moisture and contaminants until the metal underneath starts to bubble. When you're repairing those spots with our solvent-based paint, you're restoring that original chemical bond. Once you've got your fresh coat down, don't just walk away. Feed that paint a high-quality carnauba wax once a season to seal the pores. Treat it like a leather boot-keep it conditioned, or it'll crack and fade into history.