Chrysler Satin Black (DTL9324 (1971)) Touch Up Paint

The Look

In 1971, this finish defined the aggressive, low-glare personality of the Mopar muscle era. While many colors from that year were loud and high-impact, this black was used as the perfect visual anchor for hood black-outs, grilles, and tail panels across all models. It acts more like a shadow than a color, absorbing light to emphasize the sharp body lines of a Charger or Cuda. Because your car has likely been on the road for over fifty years, the original finish might look a bit gray or chalky now. This paint restores that deep, muted authority that makes a vintage engine bay or trim piece look factory-fresh.

Technical Details

This is a solid finish with no metallic flakes or pearls to worry about, but it carries its own set of risks. The satin sheen is created by flattening agents mixed into the paint. If you apply the paint too heavily in a single pass, it will dry with a semi-gloss or shiny look that won't match the rest of the trim. If the layer is too thin or dry, it can look dusty. The goal is a consistent, medium application. Since black is a magnet for fingerprints and oil, make sure your surface is surgically clean before you start, or the paint will fish-eye and refuse to stick.

Best Practices

Before you spray or dab Chrysler Satin Black (check for code DTL9324 (1971)), you must shake the container for a full two minutes. Those flattening agents settle at the bottom and are the only thing standing between a perfect satin finish and an accidental gloss. You can verify your paint code on the metal fender tag located on the driver side inner fender under the hood. Test the color on the included card to confirm the sheen is right before touching the car. When applying, keep the container moving and work in a cool garage or the shade. Use light, even layers and allow plenty of drying time between them. This patience prevents the paint from pooling, which is the most common reason for an uneven shine.