1966 Jeep Touch Up Paint (1 OEM Colors)

The 1966 Jeep Vibe

In 1966, Jeep wasn't just a brand; it was a badge of honor for anyone who preferred dirt to pavement. Whether you were tossing a CJ-5 around a trail or hauling the family in a Wagoneer, the look was rugged, honest, and built to last. While the rest of the industry was busy with chrome fins and space-age gimmicks, Jeep stayed true to the earth. We've focused our efforts on the survivors of this era, specifically the iconic Spruce Tip Green Metallic. It's a deep, forest-heavy hue that looks just as good covered in mud as it does under a garage light.

Paint Health Check

Welcome to the Single Stage Era. Back in '66, they didn't wrap your Jeep in a plastic-like clear coat. They sprayed thick, heavy acrylic enamel that bonded directly to the metal. It was tough, but it had a weakness: it was "thirsty." If your original paint looks like a chalkboard or has a dusty, white film on top, you're looking at Oxidation. The sun has literally cooked the oils out of the finish. The legend might be bulletproof, but the skin is porous-if you don't keep it waxed, the pigment eventually gives up the ghost and turns into a powdery mess.

Restoration Tip

Before you even think about touching up those rock chips or trail pin-striping, you've got to "revive the dead." Use a heavy clay bar or a light polishing compound to scrub away that chalky oxidation layer. If you paint over the dust, your new color will peel off faster than a bad sunburn. Once you've hit fresh pigment, apply your Spruce Tip Green in thin, deliberate layers. And listen to your old pal: It needs wax or it dies. Seal that repair with a high-quality carnauba to keep the moisture in and the oxidation out.