Ask the expert - Question Seven

Marty Weil answers your questions

 

Question:

 

Non-member Sandy wants to know if she can order any red paint for her old Coke machine.

 

Answer:

 

Sandy,

 

DuPont Fleet Red 60807AH is one color that is very true to what most collectors think of as Coke Red. However, collectors have reported there to be several shades of reds on originally painted machines! Here’s why: in the 1950s, if the plant painting a machine ran out of the red that they normally used, they'd use what was available. So, if you don't like the bright red color, you can go up to the darker reds that are almost a burgundy and still be authentic. However, many collectors avoid using “Coke Red” from the 1960s and later because it's an orange-red. Therefore, the best bet is to ask the paint store for DuPont Fleet Red 60807AH.

 

Best,

 

Marty

 

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