Eagle Charcoal Metallic (H52/PS8) Touch Up Paint

The Look

Early nineties Eagle models like the Summit were built for utility and style, and this charcoal finish served as the bridge between the two. It is a deep, moody grey that lends an industrial edge to the car, making the body lines look much sharper than its three decades on the road would suggest. Since this color is a mid-tone grey rather than a high-contrast black or white, it does a great job of hiding the light dust and road film that accumulate during daily driving in the garage or shade.

Technical Details

This is a metallic finish, which means it relies on tiny flakes to create depth and shimmer. These flakes are heavier than the surrounding pigment, so they naturally want to cluster or sink if they are not kept in suspension. If the application is uneven, you might notice mottling, which appears as darker or lighter patches that look like clouds or stripes. Maintaining a consistent flow is the only way to ensure the metal particles distribute in a uniform pattern across the surface.

Best Practices

Finding your identification tag on these older cars is a matter of checking the firewall in the engine bay or looking at the driver's door jamb. Before you spray or dab Eagle Charcoal Metallic (check for code H52/PS8), you need to shake it for 60 seconds to ensure the metallic flakes mix thoroughly. Always test the color on the included card before moving to the vehicle to account for any natural aging of your original finish. Keep the container moving as you apply the paint to prevent heavy spots, and respect the drying time between each layer to keep the finish crisp.