[TR] Matte or Flat for TR6 Tail?

[Pat Fischer]

The 6 originally came with a flat-looking black on the tail panel. Can't 
tell you if it was called flat or matte. However, this color was sprayed 
over the body color. Over the years with exhaust deposits and repeated 
washings, often that paint would wear and body color would show through. 
Many people repainted either a shinier black or body color paint. The 
original paint, with exhaust deposits and the fact that you couldn't wax 
it didn't hold up very well.

If you're restoring to absolutely stock, you may not care about this. 
Just thought I'd throw some of the practicalities into the ring for your 
consideration.

Thanks!
Pat

William Brewer wrote:
>      I am getting some conflicting info on the proper black for a TR6
> windshield frame and tail panel. Is there a definitive source that says
> whether it is flat or matte black?
>       TIA,
>
>      Bill in Tehachapi
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