Paint option dilemma

[Joemomma1]

So the truck is getting the interior painted. I was wanting to go with something similar to the factory fawn paint but with a little pearl put in. For the exterior I was wanting something close to the factory light blue w/ white between the A and B pillar. Again, a little pearl in it. Similar to what I have attached. I was going to get my buckets done in light tan leather along with visors, steering wheel and door panels. I was talking to my paint guy he was recommending keeping the interior and exterior similar in color. As far as the white he thinks the whole area should be white, similar to a chevy. His candor is welcome as he has done some quality rides. I guess it is odd that GM would choose those colors but isn't that a truck thing? I'm thinking since he works mostly on cars of this vintage he would like everything to match. I'm not stuck on the color combinations so I can go either way right now. What do you think. Lose the white and go with a single color? Would the interior color look goofy against a blue? Honest opinions please, no need to preface with "its your choice so do what I want and blah blah blah".

[jocko]

I disagree with the idea to keep the color the same as the exterior - you are correct, the fawn interiors are a truck "thing" and they simply look best that way - my opinion only though. Whenever I see a truck with the same interior and exterior, I always think that the owner a) didn't know they had fawn interiors, b) was trying to save on having leftover paint of 2 colors... or c) is doing a very custom truck. Now, I'll submit that in most cases, it is "c" - and same int/ext color is done on a custom truck.

So, IF your truck is custom, then all bets are off - color match or even go completely off the wall with some new variant of fawn, or whatever you feel.

If, however, the truck is to have an old school or even slightly original vibe - you can't beat the original fawn.

Bottom line, you can't go wrong - but I would not shy away from fawn based on the painter's advice if YOU want fawn. I'd imagine it's much easier to paint all the same color, but sounds like he's a quality painter, so that's probably not the issue either.

On the other question - I agree with the painter - I'd do the white like the factory did it (or at least close to how they did it) - but have to admit, the one you posted looks pretty nice. The one you posted looks to be emulating a vette cove-like theme.

[MikeS.]

The 1 you posted is way cool, I'd go like that. Fawn interior.

[likaroc13]

Originally Posted by jocko

I disagree with the idea to keep the color the same as the exterior - you are correct, the fawn interiors are a truck "thing" and they simply look best that way - my opinion only though. Whenever I see a truck with the same interior and exterior, I always think that the owner a) didn't know they had fawn interiors, b) was trying to save on having leftover paint of 2 colors... or c) is doing a very custom truck. Now, I'll submit that in most cases, it is "c" - and same int/ext color is done on a custom truck.

So, IF your truck is custom, then all bets are off - color match or even go completely off the wall with some new variant of fawn, or whatever you feel.

If, however, the truck is to have an old school or even slightly original vibe - you can't beat the original fawn.

Bottom line, you can't go wrong - but I would not shy away from fawn based on the painter's advice if YOU want fawn. I'd imagine it's much easier to paint all the same color, but sounds like he's a quality painter, so that's probably not the issue either.

On the other question - I agree with the painter - I'd do the white like the factory did it (or at least close to how they did it) - but have to admit, the one you posted looks pretty nice. The one you posted looks to be emulating a vette cove-like theme.

x2, what he said

[oem4me]

As far as the interior color change goes, I've been there done that and wouldn't go back. Squirting the inside to match the outside is a bit like having too much of a good thing. That's about the best way I can put it.
Like ice cream? Well, eat a whole gallon then tell me how you like it. See?
The way the white is now is true to the orig GMC scheme with the omission of the white on the upper bed rails. It's looks good! That alum trim is made for just that paint break. Not so sure how good it would look if it were all white with the trim pieces floating in the middle of it. Actually, I have seen that same trim on a single color GMC before, and it has far less visual impact.
Anyway, it's your choice so ...blah, blah.

[BigDan3131]

I like that picture with the white as an accent color. I would keep the blue/white combo and do the interior the same way. Do the dash two toned blue/white and everything else in the blue. That way the interior is tied to the exterior. As far as making it look like the Chevy, no way its a Jimmy and should be set apart from its cousin otherwise it will go unnoticed in a sea of Chevy's.

You talked about pearls, I would do a blue pearl over the white and a white pearl over the blue.

[pdxhall]

I am going with a blue-white combo on my 66 chevy but a much paler blue. I'm not a fan of the fawn with blue and white. I'm planning on using something close to the silver fawn used on the earlier trucks.

[darkhorse970]

I would keep the white as shown in the pic above and go with the silver fawn interior. It is one thing that sets these trucks apart from most other vehicles.

[Joemomma1]

Originally Posted by jocko

I disagree with the idea to keep the color the same as the exterior - you are correct, the fawn interiors are a truck "thing" and they simply look best that way - my opinion only though. Whenever I see a truck with the same interior and exterior, I always think that the owner a) didn't know they had fawn interiors, b) was trying to save on having leftover paint of 2 colors... or c) is doing a very custom truck. Now, I'll submit that in most cases, it is "c" - and same int/ext color is done on a custom truck.

So, IF your truck is custom, then all bets are off - color match or even go completely off the wall with some new variant of fawn, or whatever you feel.

If, however, the truck is to have an old school or even slightly original vibe - you can't beat the original fawn.

Bottom line, you can't go wrong - but I would not shy away from fawn based on the painter's advice if YOU want fawn. I'd imagine it's much easier to paint all the same color, but sounds like he's a quality painter, so that's probably not the issue either.

On the other question - I agree with the painter - I'd do the white like the factory did it (or at least close to how they did it) - but have to admit, the one you posted looks pretty nice. The one you posted looks to be emulating a vette cove-like theme.

I am going for a modified stock theme, hence the variant of fawn. I'm going to have to move away from trying to keep it looking stock though, because it's not anymore. He felt the same way I did with the whole one color thing. As mentioned by oem4me the trim and white paint are correct for the GMCs. That's why I didn't want to go all white on the roof.

Originally Posted by MikeS.

The 1 you posted is way cool, I'd go like that. Fawn interior.

Originally Posted by oem4me

As far as the interior color change goes, I've been there done that and wouldn't go back. Squirting the inside to match the outside is a bit like having too much of a good thing. That's about the best way I can put it.
Like ice cream? Well, eat a whole gallon then tell me how you like it. See?
The way the white is now is true to the orig GMC scheme with the omission of the white on the upper bed rails. It's looks good! That alum trim is made for just that paint break. Not so sure how good it would look if it were all white with the trim pieces floating in the middle of it. Actually, I have seen that same trim on a single color GMC before, and it has far less visual impact.
Anyway, it's your choice so ...blah, blah.

You had to go and add that huh?

Originally Posted by BigDan3131

I like that picture with the white as an accent color. I would keep the blue/white combo and do the interior the same way. Do the dash two toned blue/white and everything else in the blue. That way the interior is tied to the exterior. As far as making it look like the Chevy, no way its a Jimmy and should be set apart from its cousin otherwise it will go unnoticed in a sea of Chevy's.

You talked about pearls, I would do a blue pearl over the white and a white pearl over the blue.

Couldn't have said it better myself. Definitely going to mix the two.

Originally Posted by pdxhall

I am going with a blue-white combo on my 66 chevy but a much paler blue. I'm not a fan of the fawn with blue and white. I'm planning on using something close to the silver fawn used on the earlier trucks.

Originally Posted by darkhorse970

I would keep the white as shown in the pic above and go with the silver fawn interior. It is one thing that sets these trucks apart from most other vehicles.

I didn't even think about silver, going to have to look into it.

I don't think I'm going to add pearl to the interior, seems like overkill.
Thanks to all who have added their comments.

[theastronaut]

It's hard to beat the original fawn, and it goes great with blue. I'm just a little biased though... I REALLY like the paint scheme in the photo you posted; the white accent and GMC trim really sets it apart from a Chevy.

[63burban]

The Turquoise/white combo you have posted is awesome, need to go with the Fawn interior. I agree with too much of a good thing can be bad. Everyone is doing the colored interior thing, doesn't look right, GM didn't do it for a reason.

[aerotruk63]

I did not like Fawn and chose to go with silver instead. This was all back in 86. We built the truck differently back then. Those are the years when you could still go to the GM dealer and order parts. Patina meant you couldn't afford paint. lol

[jonzcustomshop]

I do not care for interiors that are body color, it is too much of one color, I have seen some go with white, but I think when viewed through the windshield it is too bright, I would go with the factory silver or fawn, I also like how the 66's have the dark dash....

the 2 tone pic you posted looks right to me, I think if you had no trim, then paint the whole section, but if you are using trim, then just inside the trim is just right.
if you have a sbw, I also like how gmcs sometimes painted the sbw panel:

[Joemomma1]

Thanks to all who have responded to my post. After going out and seeing whats out there then coming back here I am now certain what I will use. Theastonaut, your pics are what solidified it for me, thanks. I have decided on a color and am currently having the seats and door panels done right now. Going to follow the stock covers for the GMC buckets but with two shades of tan, double stitching instead of piping and pleats due to it being impossible to find the original pattern in leather. Stayed tuned.

[WhippinSaw]

Had the same dilemma as joemama. My seat is too worn to restore so I have to customize anyway. With the white truck I went with a gloss black and base white interior. (white ceiling) Makes the truck look old school but really pops out. Not to many of my friends have seen it but I have gotten thumbs up so far. Sorry posted late but just put it together. good luck on yor interior. It will look better whatever you paint it. after all it does say custom on the trim.

[BR3W CITY]

my body color only comes in as far as the lip of the door, everything inwards is the metallic grey with the black vinyl/leather.

[Slow Build]

Other interior colors that might be considered are grey, silver or a combo of body color and grey. I know these pictures show some pretty extreme interiors but they have the colors I'm talking about.

[Joemomma1]

After 6 months and lots of BS I finally got it back. I am very disappointed with the work he done, lots of imperfections. I like the color but its going to have to get redone when I get the exterior done. Its a late model GM color with the smallest flake available and satin clear. The seats are done and look great. I dropped off the truck to get the door panels done with the right clips. If you're in the Fresno area and want to know where to go if you want to get screwed send me a PM.

[markeb01]

I'm sorry to hear you had to wait that long just to be disappointed with the results. I've been there myself which is why I hate having anyone do anything on my truck. I only allow it if I absolutely have no option and cannot perform the task myself.

[jocko]

well, it looks nice in the pics - but that doesn't really tell the tale. Yes, severely sucks it took so long and you didn't get what you were looking for. It LOOKS fawn-ish, I thought you were going to go with silver?? What are the imperfections you're referring to? (can't see em in the pics)

[Joemomma1]

Originally Posted by markeb01

I'm sorry to hear you had to wait that long just to be disappointed with the results. I've been there myself which is why I hate having anyone do anything on my truck. I only allow it if I absolutely have no option and cannot perform the task myself.

I tried to do the filler myself but knew right away I needed to have someone do it. This is the first paint shop I have dealt with and now know what to look for.

Originally Posted by jocko

well, it looks nice in the pics - but that doesn't really tell the tale. Yes, severely sucks it took so long and you didn't get what you were looking for. It LOOKS fawn-ish, I thought you were going to go with silver?? What are the imperfections you're referring to? (can't see em in the pics)

I didn't take detailed pics for that reason. I chose to fill in the seam at the top and it needed some dents filled, I can see where he added the filler. Looks like he painted it during a sandstorm, didn't replace the rocker like he was supposed to, hit the paint or clear with the gun while it was wet, runs on the roof, I can see the primer through the paint on the passenger side kick panel, forgot the paint the steering wheel but used all the paint and cannot get more since it was a custom color. What burns my ass the most is the time it took. I asked him multiple times if he under bid the work and what I could do to get it done but was told everything was fine. I would have been fine if three months into it he says he cant do it after all. I know there are two sides to every story but I know I didn't do anything to piss him off. If anything I was too lenient and should have not gave him so much space. He will be famous locally now. Fawn-ish is what I was after. I could have gone either way but since I already had fawn I went with it again.

Here's a few teasers for the seats.