Dodge Colt Touch Up Paint (129 OEM Colors)

The Color Breakdown

For a car that started as a modest commuter, the Dodge Colt didn't hold back on the personality. Dodge recorded a staggering 129 colors for this model, ranging from the adventurous Spitfire Orange and Sunburst Yellow to the surprisingly poetic Pink Frost Mist Metallic. They really went for it in the '70s and '80s-if you own a Colt, you aren't just driving a car; you're driving a specific vibe. Whether you're sporting Spice Poly or Sea Green Poly, your car was clearly designed by someone who wasn't afraid of a little "pizazz."

What to Watch For

First things first: let's find your "ID badge." On most Colts, you're looking for a small metal tag. Pop the hood and check the firewall (the back wall of the engine bay) or the radiator support (the metal frame right behind the headlights). The code is usually three characters long. Now, the reality: these older finishes were prone to what I call "The Great Mopar Fade." If your red or blue looks a little thirsty, or if the clear coat is starting to flake off like a bad sunburn, don't panic. It's a common quirk of the era, but it's nothing a little patience and a steady hand can't improve.

Driveway Repair Tip

Since so many Colt colors are "Poly" (that's old-school speak for metallic), your biggest challenge is getting those tiny sparkles to behave. When you're using a touch-up pen or brush, shake the bottle for a full two minutes-longer than you think you need to. Those metallic flakes are heavy and like to nap at the bottom of the tube. When applying, think "thin and patient." If you glob it on, the metallic bits will bunch up and look darker than the rest of the car. Two or three thin "whisper coats" will keep Pacific Blue Poly looking like the ocean instead of a bruise.