You can "just barely" see it, but there is a single black longitudinal strip that runs the length of the car. Back in the day the stipes would typically be part of a décor package or just an added detail through the dealership. My original Road Runner came with dual white strips (quarter inch with an eighth inch directly above) and the strips, just like the optional hood stripes were decals and after a while with rain and washing they would start to peal off. In this case, I had the painter lay out a single quarter inch black stripe directly over the green, then four coats of PPG clear, followed by color sanding and polishing... so that the stipe cannot be felt to the touch and will actually disappear when standing at certain angles. The only decals on the car are the Road Runner decals and the 509 stroker decals on the hood scoop (not visible in the photo). In a few weeks I'll start the polish and waxing process to get it to as close to perfection as can be had. Believe it or not this car has always (from day-one) been intended to be my final daily driver. It'll get rained on and there will be paint and glass chips now and then, but I am (and always have been) a believer that these very cool cars should be seen and driven. Don't you just love sitting behind the wheel of your Road Runner and imagining the stories the car could tell you. Regardless of what color you end up with it has to be something that you like... things like color and other visible treatment are a personal thing... I just think the Ivy Green is such a beautiful and unique color. No other green prior to or afterwards looks anything like the Ivy Green. It's the touch of olive mixed in the green that gives it unique pop... especially when light or the sun bounces around and makes the color almost change around all the angles and shapes. Well, I sure have said way more than I had anticipate, but hey... love talking with other Road Runner owners. I'm including another photo of the car... the interior.... all leather (everywhere)
