Dodge Intrepid Touch Up Paint (41 OEM Colors)

The Color Breakdown

Dodge definitely didn't play it safe with the Intrepid. While other sedans of the era were drowning in a sea of beige, Dodge gave us a whopping 41 colors to choose from. They really leaned into the "Pearl" and "Metallic" craze, giving us deep, moody gems like Deep Amethyst Pearl and Dark Slate Pearl, alongside high-energy flashes like Inferno Red Pearl Tricoat and Shark Blue Pearl. Whether your Intrepid looks like a piece of fine jewelry or a Cinnamon Glaze Metallic donut, Dodge made sure you weren't going to be missed in the grocery store parking lot.

What to Watch For

The Intrepid has a bit of a "sunburn" problem. During this era, Dodge clear coats were known to get a little tired, leading to that classic peeling or flaking look on the roof, hood, and the tops of the bumpers. You might also notice the paint starting to bubble around the door handles-it's a common spot for moisture to sneak in.

To find your specific color match, you'll need to go on a bit of a scavenger hunt. On older models, look on the radiator support bar under the hood (you might need a rag to wipe away years of engine grease to see the tag). On later models, Dodge finally moved it to the driver's side door jamb. Look for a three-digit code next to the letters "PNT"-it usually starts with a "P" (like PRV or PS2).

Driveway Repair Tip

Because so many Intrepid colors are pearls or metallics, those tiny flakes of sparkle like to settle at the bottom of the bottle. Before you touch the car, shake your touch-up pen or bottle for at least two full minutes-longer than you think you need to. If you don't "wake up" the pearls, your repair will look like a flat, dark smudge instead of a shimmering match. When applying, think "thin and patient." It's much better to dab on three tiny, thin layers than to drop one big, thick blob that will take forever to dry and won't sit flush with the rest of the door.