Medina, a 1971 T-code Monaco
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I think we may have hijacked @ayilar's original Medina post.
I did some asking of a free Ai and received this answer. I was thinking along the same as the Ai.
To determine if the Kia AE2 (Alien II Pearl Metallic) is close enough to the 1971 Chrysler GJ4 (April Green Metallic) to be considered a substitute, we can analyze their color characteristics and applications.
Steve, I really like your 71 300 as is, just needs plenty of polishing.
I did some asking of a free Ai and received this answer. I was thinking along the same as the Ai.
To determine if the Kia AE2 (Alien II Pearl Metallic) is close enough to the 1971 Chrysler GJ4 (April Green Metallic) to be considered a substitute, we can analyze their color characteristics and applications.
Color Comparison
| FEATURE | KIA AE2 (ALIEN II PEARL METALLIC) | 1971 CHRYSLER GJ4 (APRIL GREEN METALLIC) |
|---|---|---|
| Color Tone | Bright, vibrant green | Soft, light green |
| Finish | Pearl metallic | Metallic |
| Vibrancy | High vibrancy with a shimmering effect | Subtle sparkle, more muted |
| Usage | Modern Kia models | Classic Chrysler models |
Analysis
- Color Tone: While both colors are green, the Kia AE2 is a brighter and more vibrant shade compared to the softer and more muted April Green Metallic. This difference in tone may affect how they appear in different lighting conditions.
- Finish: The Kia AE2 has a pearl finish, which gives it a reflective quality that enhances its vibrancy. In contrast, the April Green Metallic has a standard metallic finish, which may not reflect light in the same way.
- Application: The Kia AE2 is used in modern vehicles, appealing to a contemporary audience, while the April Green Metallic is associated with classic cars, appealing to vintage enthusiasts.
Conclusion
While the Kia AE2 and 1971 Chrysler GJ4 share a green color family, their differences in vibrancy, finish, and application make them distinct. If you are considering using the Kia AE2 as a substitute for the April Green Metallic, it may not be an exact match, especially for restoration purposes or classic car applications. However, for modern interpretations or custom projects, the Kia AE2 could be a viable option if a brighter green is acceptable.Steve, I really like your 71 300 as is, just needs plenty of polishing.
73Coupe
Senior Member
Now if somebody would please make an AI video of hampsters driving around in an April Green '71 300 ....
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azblackhemi
Old Man with a Hat
Just to clarify this Kia color is a starting point not an exact match to the Chrysler color. It needs to be tinted to be an acceptable match. The toners and tints that are used today are very different than the ones used in old technology paint that was used at the factory so even a perfect color match is going to be more vibrant and maybe more brilliant.
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@Boydsdodge — I willingly participated in the hijacking of my own thread 
For Medina, it took a number of tries to get the GY9 to match. Luckily @azblackhemi found several unblemished and non-faded color parts on Medina that could be matched. Luckily @saforwardlook is in similar shoes and plans to proceed accordingly.
For Medina, it took a number of tries to get the GY9 to match. Luckily @azblackhemi found several unblemished and non-faded color parts on Medina that could be matched. Luckily @saforwardlook is in similar shoes and plans to proceed accordingly.
73Coupe
Senior Member
I think this would be a positive, as I observed how Medina's new coat was scintillating in the PA sun just a couple months ago.
Both myself and a good friend of mine did consider this but the original color already is scintillating quite a bit in sunlight and increasing it further would just be too high. We are adjusting the fine metallics to make it shine in the sunlight just like the original color. Nonetheless, thanks for the input.
azblackhemi
Old Man with a Hat
I had my paint guy mix a sample of the Kia color and I did a spray out. I'm going to mail it to Steve so he can compare it to his color selector chip and to the car itself. Then we can go from there depending how it compares. The metallic is very fine so that's encouraging.
I just wanted to provide an update of what is going on with restoring my 1971 Chrysler 300. The spray out of Chris' (@azblackhemi) paint chip matched extremely well the original Chrysler color and trim selector paint chip, so I had my body shop go ahead with the body and paint work. The shop I am now using normally is just a collision repair shop but once and awhile they will also do body and paint work on "classic" cars because the guys working in the shop are mostly Hispanic and they really enjoy working on the older cars more than the usual newer cars so the owner likes to slip in an older car once each month to keep their skills at a high level. Before I used this shop for the first time on my car, I looked at some of their newer cars after the collision body and paint work had been done and I was very impressed with how straight the damaged cars came out and the quality of the paint applications etc. before I decided to give them my car to do the relatively little body work needed and the paint. The attached photo shows the excellent work they performed and the gloss and straightness of sighting down the bodyside is better than just about any of the cars I have had done before using this shop that is only a few miles from my residence. Maybe around mid-year I should have this car completed.
After this one is done, I should be ready for my triple black 71 300 to come to this shop once my rust repair guy is done with his work.
In the next few months, I will have a new original white boar grain vinyl top, seat covers and an original headliner (all provided by Legendary Auto Interiors) installed by a trim shop I have used many times before and I will install a new carpet set as well. I will install the recently rechromed front bumper and grille assembly soon and the shop already installed the previously rechromed rear bumper when doing all the other work. Then installing the polished side trim on the car will be the last step.
After this one is done, I should be ready for my triple black 71 300 to come to this shop once my rust repair guy is done with his work.
In the next few months, I will have a new original white boar grain vinyl top, seat covers and an original headliner (all provided by Legendary Auto Interiors) installed by a trim shop I have used many times before and I will install a new carpet set as well. I will install the recently rechromed front bumper and grille assembly soon and the shop already installed the previously rechromed rear bumper when doing all the other work. Then installing the polished side trim on the car will be the last step.
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Glad that worked out so well. Looks amazing. Will be a total stunner with the white. Which wheels/covers will finish it? Will it have the pinstripes along the lower body line?
The picture of the Soul with the rodents is actually a different, earlier color, a more bronze green. When they restyled the Soul for 2014, that must’ve been when the Mopar clone color came out. Those designers had to have been going through some old literature or color chips making old new again.
The picture of the Soul with the rodents is actually a different, earlier color, a more bronze green. When they restyled the Soul for 2014, that must’ve been when the Mopar clone color came out. Those designers had to have been going through some old literature or color chips making old new again.
Damn that looks good. Will you bring this to Carlisle this year? Cerium oxide will polish out any scratches in your side and rear glass. My hats off to your painter.
It will have a set of road wheels on it that will really set off the look of the car.
Here is a photo of the car before it went to the body/paint shop. This is the way it will look generally when I am finished and it will include a set of road wheels on it as well to set off the sporty image of the car. By the way, this photo is with the car's original paint shown in the sunlight except for some touch up around the rear of the front driver door done by an amateur.
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fury fan
Old Man with a Hat
Excellent work!
In the same amount of time, I will consider myself lucky to have accomplished a sparkplug change or maybe a new battery or something.
But, if I win the lottery in that timeframe, be prepared for an in-person visit from me, with a briefcase, and waving goodbye as I drive away in something.
fury fan
Old Man with a Hat
@RWCearley
Got any comparable pics of yours in this state to make a side-by-side comparison, IIRC you are this same color?
Probably won't make Carlisle since that is almost a cross country drive from California in a hot time of the year usually. I am just 6 months away from being 79, so I like keeping more active than doing all that driving. But folks on this site are always welcome to look over my asylum. I get a bunch of visits from overseas quite a bit still each year.
RWCearley
Active Member
Heres some pics at the body shop
RWCearley
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Some more recent pics
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