1990 Saab Touch Up Paint (12 OEM Colors)

The 1990 Saab Vibe

In 1990, driving a Saab 900 Turbo or a 9000 CD wasn't just a choice; it was a personality trait. You were likely an architect, a professor, or someone who enjoyed explaining to passengers why the ignition was located between the seats. While the rest of the automotive world was flirting with experimental teals and neon accents, the "survivor" color that truly defined this era was the deep, clinical Black. It was the ultimate "executive minimalist" look-sleek, aerodynamic, and strictly business, designed to look just as good parked outside a mid-century modern office as it did screaming down the autobahn.

Paint Health Check

Welcome to The Peeling Era. By 1990, the Swedes were perfecting the transition to clear coat systems, but the technology hadn't quite mastered the art of "staying attached" forever. If your Saab has been sitting in the sun, you're likely dealing with delamination-where the clear coat begins to lift and flake away like a bad sunburn. On solid colors like Black, you might still have a heavy single-stage finish that's gone "chalky" from oxidation. Either way, the finish is tired, and once that clear starts to sneeze off the hood or roof, the metal underneath is defenseless.

Restoration Tip

The golden rule for 1990 paint is simple: Seal your stone chips immediately. In this era, a chip isn't just a cosmetic blemish; it's an entry point for moisture to get under the clear coat and start the lifting process. Once the clear loses its grip on the base color, it'll peel in sheets. If you've got a solid Black finish, keep it fed with a high-quality wax to prevent the sun from turning your midnight gloss into a dull charcoal grey. Don't let the edges lift-seal the damage before the "clear coat sneeze" takes over the whole panel.