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Westfield_XI

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Does anyone have the paint codes for the yellow used on Lotus cars in the early to mid '60's? Also the corresponding green.....I am building an eleven replica and would like to paint it in those hues. BTW there is a Europa for sale on eBay now in the exact shade I am seeking. I am not planning on putting Lotus badges on this car nor do I intend to fool anyone into thinking I have the real deal. I just think the two colors go well together.
 
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The parts book lists BRG as the green. That should be easy enough for a paint supplier to mix, but "Lotus Yellow" is all that's listed as the yellow, so I've no direct crossover here for that. There are several different BRG colors too, so look at chips before you commit. IIRC, "British Racing Green #2" was correct, but confirm that with visual inspection.

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Westfield_XI

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Thanks for the help, it seems that like a lot of the smaller manufacturers, Lotus had more than a little variation in paints and colors. Before I make a big step like painting the car, I think I will have to go to a Lotus gathering and see the colors in person. I want to get this right the 1st time.
 
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