Paint code T-8 for 68 Skylark

[unclemustang]

I used the reference material on this site for decoding my 68 Skylark. But I still have one question.

My paint code is T-8.

I understand that the "T" is for "Desert Beige" , but what is the "8" for?

Since my car is a convertible the 8 should be the top color yes? I see no reference for "8" as a color.

[thepartsman]

I used the reference material on this site for decoding my 68 Skylark. But I still have one question.

My paint code is T-8.

I understand that the "T" is for "Desert Beige" , but what is the "8" for?

Since my car is a convertible the 8 should be the top color yes? I see no reference for "8" as a color.

The second letter or in this case number indicates
the "TOP" color.
8 = Avocado


David

[unclemustang]

The second letter or in this case number indicates
the "TOP" color.
8 = Avocado


David

Thanks Dave.

I'll be interested to see what Avocado looks like.

Do you know of a link that lists these colors?

[JCSpringer2005]

I have also been attempting to decode my cowl tag, but I still have some gaps. Also, would like to know if I am on the right track or if I have made any errors. The red font indicates my gaps. Am I close??

First Line - 02E 0787
02E = February (02) and the 5th week (E)
0787 = unknown

Second Line - 68 - 44667 BW00041
68 = 1968
4 = Buick
46 = GS400 (1967-1969)
67 = 2 door Convertible
BW = Final Assembly Plant Code BW=Wilmington
00041 = unit number

Third Line - 178 060 T2
178 = Trim number: Black Vinyl Bucket Seat
060 = Seat type (assuming from the 178 code this means bucket seats)
T = Lower Body Color: Desert Beige (my hidden areas like behind the fender look more white than beige)
2 = Folding Top (color unknown at this time)


Thanks,
John C.
Huntsville
jcspringer2005@yahoo.com