2016 Citroen Touch Up Paint (1 OEM Colors)

The 2016 Citroen Vibe

Welcome to 2016, the year Citroen decided that "Gris Aluminum Metallic" wasn't just a color; it was a personality trait. Whether you were piloting a C4 Cactus with those futuristic Airbumps or cruising in a C5, the vibe was strictly "European Minimalist." We've focused our collection on the survivors of this era, and let's be honest, in 2016, if it wasn't a sophisticated metallic silver, was it even a Citroen? This was the peak of the "Sleek and Silver" movement, where cars were designed to look like they'd been carved out of a single block of aerospace-grade kitchen appliance.

Paint Health Check

You're dealing with the height of the Thin Paint Era. Back in 2016, the robots in the factory were programmed for "maximum efficiency," which is a fancy way of saying they applied the paint with the thickness of a single sheet of tissue paper. On a 2016 Citroen, the clear coat is usually the first thing to surrender, especially on the roof and the hood. If you've noticed your finish starting to flake off like a bad sunburn, you're witnessing "Delamination"-the classic calling card of this era. These thin coats were great for the factory's bottom line, but they don't leave much room for aggressive buffing or deep scratches.

Restoration Tip

When you're touching up a 2016 model, remember the Golden Rule: Build layers slowly; don't blob it. Because the factory finish is so lean, a heavy-handed glob of paint will stick out like a sore thumb. Use multiple, feather-light passes to reach the desired level rather than trying to fill a chip in one go. If you see a tiny nick on the fender, seal it immediately; once the air gets under that thin clear coat, it'll start lifting faster than a C6 on hydractive suspension.