Eagle Summit Paint Info
The Color Breakdown
Eagle clearly decided that just because the Summit was a sensible commuter didn't mean it had to be boring. They rolled out 15 different shades, ranging from the surprisingly classy Coral Blue Metallic to the undeniably 90s Pink Frost Metallic. Whether you're rocking the Medium Louvre Brown Metallic or the bold California Red, it's clear the designers were leaning into a "bold and bright" palette for this little captive import.
What to Watch For
Since the Summit is essentially a Mitsubishi in a tuxedo, it inherits the classic 90s "sunburn" problem. The clear coat on these cars tends to get brittle and flake off-especially on the hood and roof-leaving the color underneath looking a bit flat. Before you start, you'll need your code. Eagle hid it like a secret; you'll usually find it on a metal plate riveted to the center or passenger side of the firewall (the metal wall behind the engine). Look for a three-digit alphanumeric code next to the "COLOR/INT" heading. If it's not there, check the driver's side door jamb.
Driveway Repair Tip
Most Summit colors are metallics, which means they are packed with tiny flakes that like to settle at the bottom of the bottle. Shake your touch-up pen or bottle for a full 60 seconds-longer than you think you need-to wake those sparkles up. When applying, don't try to fill a deep chip in one go. Think of it like building a Lego set: apply one thin layer, let it dry for 15 minutes, and then add another. This prevents the paint from "blobbing" and ensures the metallic flakes lay down flat so they catch the light just right.