1987 Jaguar Touch Up Paint (18 OEM Colors)

The 1987 Jaguar Vibe

Welcome to the peak of the "Wall Street" era. In 1987, Jaguar was standing at a crossroads, offering the last of the legendary Series III XJ6 alongside the "high-tech" XJ40 and the timeless, V12-powered XJ-S. We've got 18 shades from this vintage in the books, and let me tell you, Jaguar wasn't shy about the metallics. Whether it was the deep, regal Westminster Blue or the unapologetically 80s Sovereign Gold Metallic, these cars were meant to look like they owned the valet stand. With nearly 20 colors to choose from, Jaguar was clearly trying to make sure every CEO in London and New York could have a shade that matched their favorite silk tie.

Paint Health Check

Now, listen close, because 1987 was right in the heart of "The Peeling Era." This was the dawn of the mass-market clear coat, and Jaguar was still perfecting the science of getting that shiny top layer to actually stay stuck to the color underneath. If your Jag has spent any significant time under the sun, you're likely seeing "delamination"-that's a fancy word for your clear coat "zipping" off like a cheap windbreaker. Once the clear lifts on a shade like Tungsten Metallic or Arctic Blue, the exposed metallic flakes underneath will oxidize and go dull faster than a Tuesday morning meeting. If you see white, crusty edges around a rock chip, your paint is literally trying to make a break for it.

Restoration Tip

The golden rule for 1987 paint is simple: **Seal those chips before the clear lifts.** Once moisture and air get between the base color and the clear coat, the bond is toast, and you'll be looking at a full respray. If you find a nick on the bonnet or the roof, don't wait for "someday." Clean it, dab it with a matched color pen, and get a fresh layer of clear over it immediately. You aren't just fixing a spot; you're anchoring the rest of the clear coat to the car so it doesn't start peeling away in sheets. Keep that Silver Birch or Jaguar Racing Green sealed tight, and it'll keep that factory depth for another thirty years.