Cadillac XTS Touch Up Paint (75 OEM Colors)

The Color Breakdown

Cadillac really didn't hold back with the XTS, recording a staggering 75 colors over its run. While you'll see plenty of the dignified Satin Steel Gray and Gold Mist Metallic, they definitely had some fun in the paint booth. We're talking about gems like the elusive Mary Kay Pink Tricoat, the delightfully named Black Meet Kettle Pearl, and Edible Berries Metallic. Whether your Caddy is dressed in a classic formal suit or something a bit more "limited edition," that factory finish was designed to turn heads-as long as it stays on the car.

What to Watch For

The XTS is a lot of car, which means a lot of surface area for the elements to attack. You'll want to keep a close eye on the front bumper and the edges of the roof; these models are known for clear coat "lifting" or peeling, especially if they've spent their lives parked under a hot sun. Also, check the black pillars between the windows, as that trim tends to flake over time. To find your specific match, go on a scavenger hunt in the trunk. Lift the carpet and check near the spare tire well or the underside of the trunk lid for a silver or white "Service Parts Identification" sticker. You're looking for a code that starts with "WA" or "U" (like WA8554).

Driveway Repair Tip

Because so many Cadillac colors-like White Diamond or Crystal Claret-are high-end tricoats or heavy pearls, they require a little extra rhythm. Before you touch that chip, shake your touch-up bottle for at least two full minutes. You need to "wake up" the metallic flakes that have settled at the bottom so they flow evenly onto the car. When applying, think "less is more." Use the very tip of the brush to dab a tiny amount of paint into the center of the chip and let it spread itself out. If you try to fill a deep chip in one thick go, it'll look like a mountain; three thin layers with 20 minutes of drying time in between will give you that smooth, factory-level look right in your own driveway.