Dodge Mojave Beige (C-8047-E (1957)) Touch Up Paint

The Look

This color belongs to the "Power Giant" era of Dodge trucks, a time when pickups were moving away from strictly utilitarian looks and toward the bold styling of the late fifties. As a workhorse shade, it was designed to survive the dust and grit of a job site without looking filthy by noon. It is a warm, desert-inspired tan that carries more character than a standard fleet white but remains understated enough to let the heavy chrome of 1957 do the talking. Since your truck has been on the road for nearly seven decades, this beige has likely taken on a matte, weathered look that defines the vintage aesthetic.

Technical Details

This is a solid finish, meaning it contains no metallic flakes or pearl additives. While that makes it much easier to apply without worrying about stripes or uneven patterns, solid colors are notorious for showing their age through chalking or fading. When you are working on a truck this old, the fresh paint will naturally look richer than the sun-bleached panels around it. Because there are no sparkles to hide behind, your surface preparation is everything. Any small dent or scratch left under the surface will be visible, so take the time to smooth the area before you begin.

Best Practices

You can usually find your identification plate on the driver's side door jamb or tucked away on the radiator support under the hood. Before you spray or dab Dodge Mojave Beige (check for code C-8047-E (1957)), you need to shake it for 60 seconds to ensure the heavy pigments are fully integrated. Test the color on the included card to see how it sits against your current finish. When applying, keep the container moving in steady, overlapping passes and avoid the temptation to cover everything in one heavy layer. Multiple thin coats will prevent runs and result in a much tougher finish once the drying time is complete. If you are working in a garage or the shade, make sure the metal isn't too cold to the touch, or the paint won't lay down flat.