pa·ti·na
/pəˈtēnə/
noun
a green or brown film on the surface of bronze or similar metals, produced by oxidation over a long period.
So, what is patina in regard to cars? We call it the “weathered” look. Imagine a car that’s been sitting outside for 30 years. The paint would be faded or maybe even gone on the horizontal panels from years in the sun. It can have a cracked appearance or even rusty. Patina is an alternative to beautiful, shiny paint. And just because it’s patina, doesn’t mean the rest of the car can’t be brand new.
Imagine a patina car/truck that looks like it just came out of a field. Then imaging it has a brand-new interior with updated comforts such as a/c, completely restored frame and suspension or better yet, an aftermarket frame. The drivetrain is all new and it’s got a great set of wheels/tires to set it off.
