Oldsmobile Regency Paint Info
The Color Breakdown
Oldsmobile didn't just give us a color palette for the Regency; they gave us a whole mood board. With 30 recorded colors, they really went for it. You'll find everything from the sophisticated Dark Bronzemist Metallic and Majestic Teal Metallic to the outright adventurous Gold Fire Mist Metallic. Whether your Regency is a classic Bright White or a deep Aubergine Metallic, Oldsmobile made sure your car looked like it belonged in the executive parking lot.
What to Watch For
Before you pop that cap, we need to find your "Service Parts Identification" label. On the Regency, Oldsmobile liked to play hide-and-seek; you'll usually find this sticker tucked away inside the glove box or occasionally stuck to the underside of the trunk lid. Look for a code starting with "WA" or "BC/CC" followed by a four-digit string.
Now, let's be honest: these cars are famous for a little thing we call "GM Sunburn." If you see the clear coat flaking off the hood or roof like a bad vacation, you aren't alone. These horizontal surfaces take a beating from the sun. If you're dealing with a chip on the door handles or the edges of the trunk, you're in luck-those are the perfect spots for a quick driveway save.
Driveway Repair Tip
Since so many Regency colors are high-end metallics (like that Galaxy Silver or Copper Metallic), your biggest secret weapon is the "The Shake." Those tiny metallic flakes like to nap at the bottom of the bottle. Shake your touch-up pen or bottle for a full two minutes-even when you think you're done, give it another thirty seconds.
When you apply it, think "less is more." Use the tip of the brush to dab a tiny amount into the center of the chip and let it flow to the edges. If it's a deep scratch, do two thin layers rather than one big glob. It requires a little patience to let the first layer dry, but your Regency's finish will thank you for it.