Dodge Captino Brown Metallic (C14/PT3) Touch Up Paint

The Look

This is the quintessential 1985 aesthetic. Found almost exclusively on the Colt and Vista Wagon-those reliable Mitsubishi imports Chrysler brought over to fill the gaps in the lineup-this shade is a time capsule. Since your car has been on the road for four decades, this earthy bronze tone has likely mellowed from its original factory punch. It is not a loud, sparkling brown; it is a sophisticated, muted metallic that perfectly captures the era when Japanese efficiency met American branding.

Technical Details

Because this is a metallic finish, the way you apply it determines the final look. The tiny metallic flakes like to settle at the bottom of the container, which can cause the color to look uneven or darker in some spots if they are not suspended. If the flakes are not distributed properly, you might see mottling-those unwanted dark and light stripes that ruin the flow of a panel. Since your paint has likely faded since the mid-eighties, the new metallic particles might appear slightly brighter than the original coat. Layering with care is the only way to bridge that gap between old and new.

Best Practices

Before you spray or dab Dodge Captino Brown Metallic (check for code C14/PT3), you need to shake it for a full sixty seconds to wake up those metallic flakes. You can usually find the code stamped on a metal plate riveted to the firewall under the hood or on the driver-side door jamb. Always test the color on the included card to see how it matches your current level of sun-fade. When applying, keep the container moving to ensure the metallic particles land evenly rather than bunching up. Work in a Garage or some Shade to keep the metal surface cool, and give each layer plenty of drying time before you move on to the next.