Ford Maroon Poly (B (1971)) Touch Up Paint

The Look

Your 1971 Ford came from an era when earthy, deep tones were the peak of automotive style. This shade is a heavy, dark red that feels more like a fine wine than a bright fire engine. While it was available for All Other Models beyond the Mustang, it carries the same weight and class regardless of whether it is on a luxury sedan or a rugged truck. Since your car has spent over half a century on the road, the original finish has likely darkened or shifted, so your repair will help restore that factory-fresh depth.

Technical Details

Before you spray or dab Ford Maroon Poly (check for code B (1971)), you need to understand that this is a metallic finish. In 1971, Ford used the word Poly to describe the polychromatic flakes suspended in the paint. These tiny particles give the color its life, but they are heavy. If you apply the paint too thick in one spot, the flakes will bunch up and create a dark, blotchy look known as mottling. It is a finicky finish that demands thin, even layers to ensure the metallic bits lay flat and reflect light the way the designers intended.

Best Practices

You can find your paint code on the driver's side door jamb, usually stamped on the metal warranty plate or a safety sticker. Because those metallic flakes settle at the bottom of the container, you must shake your pen or can for a full minute before you start. Test the color on the included card to see how the flakes settle before you touch the car. When you begin the repair in your garage or a patch of shade, keep the container moving at all times. If you stop moving while the paint is flowing, the maroon will pool and the metallic effect will look inconsistent. Give each layer plenty of drying time so the finish sets hard and level.