Dodge Santa Fe Blue Metallic (B6) Touch Up Paint

The Look

This is the definitive mid-eighties aesthetic for anyone keeping a classic Dodge on the road. Whether it is on a boxy Aries, a sporty Daytona, or a rugged Ramcharger, this color defined the "All Other Models" era with a deep, professional character. Because your car has likely been facing the elements since the Reagan administration, the original finish has almost certainly shifted toward a flatter, darker tone. This blue is conservative until the sun hits it, at which point the metallic flakes provide a crisp, mechanical depth that highlights the sharp body lines of the eighties.

Technical Details

This is a metallic finish, which means it contains tiny aluminum particles that give the paint its sparkle. The biggest risk you face with this type of paint is mottling-those dark, cloudy spots or "tiger stripes" that happen when the metallic flakes clump together. If you apply the paint too heavily in one spot, the flakes won't lay flat, and you will end up with an uneven finish that looks blotchy under direct sunlight. To get a factory-correct look, you need to apply light, even layers rather than trying to cover the damage in a single pass.

Best Practices

Before you spray or dab Dodge Santa Fe Blue Metallic (check for code B6), you need to shake it for 60 seconds. Those heavy metallic flakes like to settle at the bottom of the container, so you need to hear that mixing ball rattling to ensure the color is consistent. You can find your paint code on a small metal plate located on the radiator support under the hood or occasionally on the driver-side door jamb. Always test the color on the included card to see how the flakes settle before you touch the car. To prevent the metallic particles from pooling, keep the container moving across the surface in steady passes. Give the repair plenty of drying time between layers in a cool garage or the shade to ensure the blue stays deep and the silver flakes stay bright.