Fleet Chestnut Pearl (PPG 5813) (62447) Touch Up Paint

The Look

Fleet colors are built to survive the long haul, and this shade is no exception. Serving as a staple for both PPG Paints and Sherwin Williams for over three decades, it defines a specific era of professional and industrial vehicles. It is a deep, warm brown that manages to hide road grime and dust remarkably well. Since your vehicle has likely seen its fair share of miles between 1966 and 2000, you are dealing with a color that prioritizes a dignified, grounded presence over flashy trends. It feels less like a modern metallic and more like a classic, organic tone that belongs on a workhorse.

Technical Details

This is a pearl finish, which means it contains specialized mica flakes rather than standard metallic bits. These flakes give the paint a sophisticated depth when the sun hits it, but they also make the application a bit more technical. If you apply the paint too heavily in one spot, the pearls will cluster together and create dark, blotchy patches. This effect, often called mottling, is the main risk with this finish. You want those tiny particles to lay flat and even so the chestnut tone remains consistent across the entire repair area.

Best Practices

Before you spray or dab Fleet Chestnut Pearl (PPG 5813) (check for code 62447), you need to shake it for 60 seconds. This ensures the pearl flakes are fully suspended in the pigment. You can usually find your paint code located on the driver-side door jamb or inside the glove box on a service identification sticker. When you begin, always test the color on the included card to confirm the match against your existing finish. Whether you are using a nozzle or a brush, keep the container moving to ensure the pearls distribute evenly. Give the repair enough drying time between light coats to build the color slowly rather than trying to cover the spot all at once.