Dodge Slate Turquoise Irid (K (1963)) Touch Up Paint

The Look

This color is a time capsule from the peak of the 1963 Space Age design era. Whether your car is a Dart, a Polara, or a 330, this shade defines the transition from the pastel fifties into the deeper, moodier tones of the mid-sixties. It is a teal-leaning blue that feels heavy and industrial but shifts toward a bright sea-foam green when the sun hits the curves of the bodywork. Since your Dodge has likely been on the road for over six decades, the original finish might have shifted or dulled, so you should expect this new pigment to look much richer than the aged paint surrounding your repair.

Technical Details

This is a metallic finish, which means it relies on tiny iridescent flakes to create that signature 1963 depth. Metallics are pickier than solid colors because the metal particles are heavy and love to sink to the bottom of the container. If you apply the paint too heavily in one spot, those flakes will bunch together, resulting in dark, cloudy patches that ruin the finish. To get the best look, you need to ensure the flakes lay down flat and even across the surface so they can reflect light consistently.

Best Practices

On a 1963 Dodge, you can usually find your paint information stamped into the metal fender tag located under the hood, often on the driver's side inner fender or near the radiator support. Before you spray or dab Dodge Slate Turquoise Irid (check for code K (1963)), you need to shake the container for at least two full minutes to properly suspend the metallic particles. Test the color on the included card first to see how the light hits the flakes. When you are ready for the car, keep the container moving in steady passes to prevent the paint from pooling. Let it sit for a generous drying time in your garage or the shade before you consider adding a clear coat or polishing the surface.