Mitsubishi Silver Blue (57U) Touch Up Paint

The Look

Your 2009 Colt carries a shade that was gone almost as soon as it arrived. Since your car has likely seen over a decade of sun, you will notice that this color is a master of disguise. It is a crisp, cool-toned finish that bridges the gap between a technical machine silver and a soft sky blue. On a small car like the Colt, it adds a bit of visual weight and a premium feel that basic white or black just can't manage. It is a sophisticated choice that still looks modern on the road today.

Technical Details

This is a metallic finish. The secret to the color is the tiny metallic flakes suspended in the paint. These flakes are heavy, and they want to sink to the bottom of your container. If you do not mix them thoroughly, the blue pigments will come out too dark, and the silver won't have its characteristic "pop." This color is brilliant for hiding road dust and light scratches, but it is sensitive to how the flakes lay down. Without a clearcoat on top, the finish will look dull and won't match the surrounding panels.

Best Practices

Pop the hood and look for your code on the firewall near the back of the engine, or check the center pillar inside the passenger door jamb. Before you spray or dab Mitsubishi Silver Blue (check for code 57U), you must shake the container for a full sixty seconds to get those metallic flakes moving. Do not skip this step, or the color will look patchy. Always test the color on the included card to ensure the shade matches your weathered panels. When you start, keep the container moving in steady passes to prevent the paint from pooling. Let each layer have its proper drying time in the shade or a garage to ensure the metallic particles set correctly before you apply your clearcoat.