Fiat Black Matt (845) Touch Up Paint

The Look

Since your 500L has been on the road since the mid-2010s, you know this color was never meant to be subtle. Fiat introduced this finish as part of a high-profile collaboration with Beats by Dr. Dre to give the car an urban, studio-inspired edge. It is a deep, moody shade that strips away the bubbly personality of the standard 500 and replaces it with a serious, mechanical vibe. It looks best when paired with the satin chrome accents and red brake calipers that typically came with the Beats Edition, turning a practical hatchback into something that feels custom-built for the city at night.

Technical Details

This is a solid matte finish, which presents a unique challenge for any repair. Unlike a standard gloss paint, you cannot use a buffer or polishing compound on this surface to hide your work. Any heavy rubbing or friction will "burnish" the paint, turning the flat look into a permanent, greasy-looking shine that will never match the rest of the panel. Because there is no shiny clear coat to hide behind, your application needs to be flat and even. If the paint goes on too thick, it can develop a slight texture that catches the light differently than the factory finish, so the goal is a thin, uniform layer that mimics the original dry look.

Best Practices

Locate your silver identification sticker on the underside of the hood or along the driver's side door pillar to verify your match. Before you spray or dab Fiat Black Matt (check for code 845), you need to shake the container for at least a full minute to properly distribute the flattening agents that create the matte effect. Test the color on the included card first to ensure the sheen is correct once it dries. When you are ready to apply it to the car, keep the container moving and use light passes to prevent the paint from pooling. Give the surface plenty of drying time between layers in a cool garage or under some shade, as heat can sometimes cause matte finishes to dry too quickly and look blotchy.