Ferrari Rosso Corsa (300/12) Touch Up Paint

The Look

This is the pulse of the 1990s supercar era. Because your car comes from the mid-90s, this shade represents the peak of the brand's analog glory, covering everything from the screaming V8 of the F355 to the massive V12 in the 550 Maranello. Since your Ferrari has likely spent nearly thirty years on the road, you should expect that the original red might have shifted slightly toward a lighter orange hue if it lived its life under the sun. It is a deep, pure red that defines the "Racing Red" heritage of Italy, and it remains the most recognizable color to ever leave the factory.

Technical Details

This is a solid finish. There are no metallic flakes or pearls here to hide mistakes, which makes it both a blessing and a challenge. While you do not have to worry about the orientation of metal particles, a solid red like this is very honest about the surface underneath. If your sanding or cleaning is not perfect, the high-gloss red will reveal every bump. Red pigments are also naturally heavier and more prone to fading than other colors, so your repair might look darker than the surrounding panel if your original paint has suffered from significant UV exposure over the decades.

Best Practices

You can find your paint identification sticker on a silver or yellow label located on the underside of either the front hood or the rear engine lid. Before you spray or dab Ferrari Rosso Corsa (check for code 300/12), you need to shake it for 60 seconds. Test the color on the included card to see how it matches the current state of your car after it fully dries. When you are ready for the real thing, keep the container moving to avoid pooling and apply thin, even layers. Give the paint plenty of drying time between coats so you can build up the depth of the red without creating a thick ridge at the edges of the repair.