1961 Jaguar Touch Up Paint (4 OEM Colors)

The 1961 Jaguar Vibe

1961 was the year Jaguar decided to stop being a car company and start being a legend. When the E-Type rolled onto the stage at the Geneva Motor Show, even Enzo Ferrari had to admit it was the prettiest thing on four wheels. But whether you were piloting an early Series 1 E-Type or the stately MK II, the vibe was pure British opulence. Our database reflects the best of what stayed on the road: the iconic Cream (Old English White) and those "Opalescent" survivors like Dark Green Metallic, Silver Blue Metallic, and Silver Gray Metallic. This wasn't just paint; it was a deep, solvent-rich statement of intent.

Paint Health Check

Welcome to the Single Stage Era, where the paint is thick, the fumes are honest, and the clear coat is non-existent. In 1961, Jaguar was laying down serious layers of lacquer that looked like a million bucks on the showroom floor, but they demand a relationship. If your Jag hasn't been coddled in a climate-controlled garage, you're likely staring at the "Chalky Ghost"-heavy oxidation. Without a clear top layer to shield it, the UV rays eat the resins for breakfast, leaving behind a dull, powdery film that makes your Silver Blue Metallic look more like a dusty chalkboard.

Restoration Tip

Here's the cold truth from the booth: 1960s paint needs wax or it dies. If you're touching up a chip or trying to bring back that deep "English White" glow, remember that this paint is porous. Before you apply any new color, you've got to cut through that oxidized "dead" layer with a fine rubbing compound to find the true color underneath. Once you've performed the surgery and laid down your fresh solvent-based match, seal it like your life depends on it. A high-quality carnauba wax isn't an "option" for a '61 Jaguar; it's the only thing keeping the atmosphere from reclaiming your finish.