1988 Toyota Touch Up Paint (58 OEM Colors)

The 1988 Toyota Vibe

1988 was the year Toyota decided to take over the world, one indestructible drivetrain at a time. Whether you were carving canyons in a Supra or a mid-engine MR2, hauling gear in a Truck that refused to die, or cruising in the bulletproof luxury of a Cressida, the aesthetic was unmistakable: sharp lines and bold, confident hues. We've focused our collection on the true survivors of the era-the heavy hitters like Super Red and the legendary Super White 2. These weren't just colors; they were the war paint of a generation of cars that simply wouldn't quit.

Paint Health Check

Welcome to the dawn of the Peeling Era. By 1988, Toyota was fully transitioning into the world of basecoat-clearcoat systems, and let's just say the chemistry wasn't always a harmonious marriage. While the mechanicals of your Camry or Land Cruiser might last forever, the clear coat is likely fighting for its life. We call it "delamination"-that lovely stage where the protective top layer starts looking like a sunburned tourist, flaking off in sheets to expose the pigment underneath. Once the clear lifts, the environment starts eating your base color for breakfast.

Restoration Tip

When you're dealing with 1988 tech, you have to be proactive. If you spot a stone chip on that Dark Blue or Super Red hood, don't wait until the weekend-seal it immediately. Once moisture and air get under the edge of the clear coat around a chip, it acts like a wedge, lifting the clear and turning a tiny fix into a full panel respray. Clean the area with a prep solvent, dab your touch-up color in thin layers, and ensure you've got a fresh seal to keep that factory finish pinned down where it belongs.