Original Factory Colors

Classic Chevrolet Nova Paint Colors & Factory Codes (1968–1974)

Every original factory paint color offered on the classic Chevrolet Nova (1968–1974), with official manufacturer paint codes, hex approximations, and rarity notes. Use the paint code to order a color-matched sample from a restoration supplier.

Grotto Blue
D
#5c7fa6
1968
1968 Chevy II/Nova metallic. Letter code D.
Fathom Blue
E
#2b3a5c
1968
1968 Chevy II/Nova metallic. Letter code E.
Teal Blue
L
#3d6f8f
1968
1968 Chevy II/Nova metallic. Letter code L.
Dusk Blue
51
#7d93b3
1969
1969 Nova metallic.
LeMans Blue
71
#27508a
1969
1969 Nova metallic.
Astro Blue
25
#5d86bd
1970
1970 Nova metallic.
Mulsanne Blue
26
#22386a
1970–1972
1970-1972 Nova metallic, code 26.
Fathom Blue
28
#26456f
1970
1970 Nova metallic.
Ascot Blue
24
#5f87b8
1971–1972
1971-1972 Nova metallic, code 24.
Light Blue
24
#8aa8cf
1973
1973 Nova metallic.
Dark Blue
26
#27416e
1973
1973 Nova metallic.
Midnight Blue
29
#1e2c4a
1973–1974
1973-1974 Nova metallic, code 29.
Bright Blue
26
#2e63a8
1974
1974 Nova metallic.
About these colors: Color names, factory paint codes, and production years are cross-referenced from established marque references and owner registries. Hex codes are approximate digital representations of factory paint — vintage automotive paint was never defined as a hex value, and original enamel fades over time. True paint colors depend on age, sun exposure, refinishing history, and production batch variation. For an accurate match, always mix by the factory paint code — not by the on-screen swatch — and verify against an original paint chip or a professional color-matched sample before purchasing paint for a restoration.