Mazda Toreador Red Pearl Metallic (FL/17G/14A) Touch Up Paint

The Look

Your B-Series truck was built for the job site, but this color was designed to make it look expensive once the dirt was washed off. This is a deep, sophisticated cherry that carries a heavy presence. It lacks the bright, poppy nature of a sports car red, opting instead for a mature tone that hides road grime better than you might expect. Since your Mazda has likely spent the last two decades facing the sun, you will notice that this red retains its character well, though the clear coat may have thinned, making your touch-up work vital for preserving the metal underneath.

Technical Details

This finish is a Pearl Metallic, which means it contains a specific mixture of reflective metal flakes and translucent pearl powder. The benefit is a color that shifts and glows when the sun hits it, but the risk is a finish that looks patchy or dark in some areas and light in others. This happens when the heavy flakes settle or clump together during application. Because the red base is so saturated, any inconsistency in how you apply the metallic layer will be visible, so you must ensure the particles stay suspended and even.

Best Practices

You will find your paint info on the driver's side door jamb sticker, usually listed near the bottom of the white vinyl label. Before you spray or dab Mazda Toreador Red Pearl Metallic (check for code FL/17G/14A), you must shake the container for at least one full minute. This is the only way to get those settled pearls back into the mix. Test the color on the included card to see how the metallic flake lays down before moving to the vehicle. When you apply the paint, keep the container moving to prevent the color from pooling, and give it ample drying time between light coats to ensure the finish remains crisp rather than muddy.