Jeep Champagne Metallic (4D) Touch Up Paint

The Look

This color represents the era when the boxy Cherokee and rugged Comanche moved from basic utility into a more sophisticated aesthetic. Since your Jeep has likely been traversing trails or sitting under the sun for decades, you will find this shade is forgiving. It hides trail dust and road grime better than almost any other factory finish from that decade. It is a warm, understated tan that gives these classic square-bodies a refined character that ages gracefully compared to the brighter reds or blues of the same period.

Technical Details

You are working with a metallic finish, which means the paint contains tiny flakes that provide its signature glow. Metallic paints can be temperamental because those flakes like to clump together if they are not kept in suspension. If you apply the paint too heavily in one spot, you will end up with dark, muddy patches. This happens when the metallic particles settle unevenly in a heavy coat. It is better to build the color with several light passes to ensure the particles lay down flat and reflect light evenly across the repair area in the garage or shade.

Best Practices

Before you spray or dab Jeep Champagne Metallic (check for code 4D), you need to shake it for 60 seconds. For Jeeps from this era, your paint code is usually stamped on a metal plate located on the driver's side firewall inside the engine bay or on the driver's door pillar. Test the color on the included card to make sure the pigment matches the current state of your vehicle's aged finish. Keep the container moving at a steady pace to prevent the metallic flakes from pooling, and allow plenty of drying time between layers to ensure the depth looks right before you finish.