Dodge Canyon Rose Metallic (M78/PE5) Touch Up Paint

The Look

This color is a rare survivor from a very specific moment in 1990. You usually find it on the Mitsubishi-built imports like the Dodge Ram 50 or the Colt Vista Wagon. It is not a bright, floral pink. Instead, it is a sophisticated, earthy rose with a heavy metallic undertone that leans toward copper in direct sunlight. Because it was only available for a single year, your vehicle is part of a small club of survivors. It captures that early-nineties transition from the flat browns of the eighties to the bolder, complex metallics of the new decade.

Technical Details

This is a metallic finish, which means the look of the paint depends entirely on how the tiny flakes land. If the paint is applied too thick in one spot, the flakes will cluster and create dark, shadowy patches known as mottling. Metallics like this can be sensitive to heat and moisture, so work in a cool garage or the shade rather than under the midday sun. The goal is to get the flakes to lay flat and even across the surface so the light hits them uniformly. Since your vehicle has been on the road for over thirty years, the original finish might have shifted slightly, making the metallic alignment even more important for a good blend.

Best Practices

On your 1990 import, you can usually find the metal ID plate on the center of the firewall under the hood or near the radiator support. Before you spray or dab Dodge Canyon Rose Metallic (check for code M78/PE5), you need to shake the container for at least a full minute to get those metallic particles off the bottom. Test the color on the included card to ensure the shade matches your current finish. When applying, keep the container moving in steady passes. If you are using a pen or brush, use light layers rather than one thick glob to prevent the metallic from looking muddy or dark. Give each layer enough drying time before you decide to add more.