Cadillac XLR Touch Up Paint (41 OEM Colors)

The Color Breakdown

The Cadillac XLR didn't just arrive; it made an entrance with 41 recorded colors that prove Cadillac was feeling adventurous. They gave us everything from the regal Maj. Amethyst Metallic to the high-tech Transition Blue Effect and the classic Crystal Claret Tricoat. Whether yours is dressed in a "stealth" matte or a sparkling "jewel" metallic, Cadillac really went for it with this palette-it's essentially a rolling jewelry box of early 2000s luxury.

What to Watch For

Before you start dabbling, you need your "secret handshake"-the paint code. On the XLR, this is usually tucked away on the Service Parts Identification sticker. Check the glove box first; if it's not there, head to the trunk and look under the right-side storage bin cover. Keep in mind that since the XLR features a composite (fiberglass and plastic) body, the paint faces different stresses than a steel car. Keep a close eye on the door handles and side mirrors; the paint there is known to bubble or peel slightly over time. Don't worry, though-it's nothing a steady hand can't handle.

Driveway Repair Tip

Many of these Cadillac colors, especially the "Tricoats" and "Effects," are packed with specialized flakes that love to settle at the bottom of the bottle. Shake your touch-up pen or bottle for a full 60 seconds-longer than you think you need-to wake up those sparkles. When applying, remember that these deep colors require patience. Instead of trying to fill a chip with one big glob, apply two or three paper-thin layers. This allows the metallic flakes to lay flat and catch the light correctly, ensuring your driveway fix looks like a professional touch.