Ferrari Rosso Cherry (136) Touch Up Paint

The Look

While most people think of a bright racing red when they hear the name, your car wears something much more sophisticated. Used across various builds between 1981 and 1991, this shade provided a refined alternative for the Mondial, Testarossa, and 328 owners who wanted elegance over track-day aggression. It is a deep, wine-pressed red that feels heavy and expensive. Since your car has likely been on the road for a few decades, you might notice the original finish has deepened or "matured" compared to a fresh sample. When you apply Ferrari Rosso Cherry (code 136), you are restoring a specific era of Italian grand touring style that prefers a sunset drive to a starting grid.

Technical Details

This is not a standard solid red. It is a metallic finish, which means it relies on tiny flakes to catch the light and create that signature depth. Because of these metallic particles, the color can look significantly different depending on the angle of the sun or the curve of the bodywork. The challenge with a metallic like this is "mottling," where the flakes clump together and create dark spots or stripes. To avoid this, you must ensure the flakes are perfectly suspended in the liquid before you start. If you don't get the mixture right, the touch-up will look like a flat brown smudge instead of a rich cherry red.

Best Practices

To find your confirmation sticker, look under the front hood lid or on the underside of the engine deck lid; it is usually a silver or yellow foil label. Before you begin, you must shake the container for at least two full minutes. This is non-negotiable for a metallic finish because the heavy flakes settle at the bottom quickly. Always test the color on the included card to see how the metallic settles before touching your car. When applying, keep the container moving in steady, even passes to ensure the flakes lay down flat. If you are using a pen or brush, use light, sweeping motions rather than dabbing, as dabbing can cause the metallic particles to pile up and ruin the match. Give the area plenty of drying time in a cool garage or the shade before you consider a second coat.