Dodge Grand Caravan Paint Info
The Color Breakdown
Dodge really embraced the "fifty shades of silver" philosophy with the Grand Caravan, recording 22 colors that range from the ultra-common Bright White and Billet Metallic to the surprisingly adventurous Pale Iris. Whether your van is dressed in the deep Midnight Blue Pearl or the workhorse Stone White, you're dealing with a paint legacy that spans millions of carpool lanes. They even threw in some "Effect" and "Crystal" finishes like Inferno Red, proving that even a minivan deserves a little sparkle.
What to Watch For
If you see small bubbles forming on the very front edge of your hood, don't panic-you haven't failed as a car owner. The Grand Caravan often sports an aluminum hood, and the paint there likes to lose its grip over time. You'll also want to keep an eye on the roof and the panels above the side windows, where the clear coat can sometimes start to peel like a bad sunburn. To find your specific match, open the driver's door and look at the VIN sticker on the jamb. Near the bottom, you'll see "PNT:" followed by a three-digit code (like PXR or PSC). That code is your North Star.
Driveway Repair Tip
Since so many Caravan colors-like Granite Crystal or Blue Streak Pearl-are packed with metallic flakes, your biggest secret weapon is a long, aggressive shake of the touch-up bottle. Shake it for at least 60 seconds after you hear the mixing ball start to rattle; those tiny sparkles like to settle at the bottom, and you want them on your brush instead. When applying, remember that three thin, translucent layers will always look better than one giant, thick blob. If you're working on that tricky Inferno Red tricoat, just know it requires patience to get the depth right, so take your time and let each layer dry completely before adding the next.