Jeep Coffee (CW) Touch Up Paint

The Look

This is the quintessential 1988 outdoorsman color. It captures a specific moment in time when your Cherokee or Wrangler was meant to blend into the woods rather than stand out on the highway. It is a deep, earthy brown that looks best when paired with the chrome grilles of an SJ Truck or the rugged lines of a Comanche. It is not a flashy color, but it carries a heavy sense of late-eighties nostalgia that feels honest and hardworking. Since your vehicle has likely spent decades in the sun, the original finish has almost certainly developed its own character through fading, so keep that in mind when you start your repair.

Technical Details

This is a solid finish, which is actually a win for you. Without any metallic flakes or pearl pigments to align, you do not have to worry about the "mottling" or tiger stripes that plague silver or blue Jeeps. The challenge with a dark solid like this is that it shows every single surface imperfection. If your sanding is not smooth, the reflection will reveal it. Because it is a dark, non-metallic shade, it absorbs heat and can show scratches more prominently than lighter colors. It provides a straightforward match, but it demands a clean, level surface to look factory-correct.

Best Practices

You will usually find your paint information on a metal plate attached to the firewall near the brake booster or on the radiator support. Before you spray or dab Jeep Coffee (check for code CW), you need to shake it for 60 seconds to ensure the pigments are fully integrated. Always test the color on the included card to see how well it aligns with your aged paint. Whether you are using a brush or a nozzle, keep the container moving to prevent the paint from pooling in one spot. If you are working in your garage or the shade, make sure you have enough light to see the edges of your repair as you layer the finish.