Ford Aspire Touch Up Paint (15 OEM Colors)

The Color Breakdown

Ford gave the Aspire 15 different ways to announce its presence, and they truly leaned into that glorious mid-90s aesthetic. We aren't just talking about basic reds and whites; they went for it with "mood" colors like the shimmering Pink Coral Pearl Metallic and the deep, dessert-inspired Blueberry Metallic. Whether yours is a punchy Hot Red or the very-1994 Teal Metallic, these colors were designed to make a small car feel like a big personality.

What to Watch For

Since the Aspire was a bit of a global collaboration (built by Kia for Ford), it doesn't always play by the usual rules. While most Fords hide their paint code on the driver's door jamb, the Aspire likes to be different-you'll often find your paint code on a metal plate riveted to the firewall (the back wall of the engine compartment) or near the radiator support.

As for the finish, the 90s were a bit "experimental" for clear coats. If you see your Pacific Green or Silver Metallic looking a bit chalky or starting to flake like a croissant on the roof and hood, don't panic. It's a common sign of the clear coat getting tired from the sun. The good news? Addressing those little chips now stops that peeling in its tracks.

Driveway Repair Tip

Since your palette includes so many "Pearls" and "Metallics" (looking at you, Bright Sapphire), your secret weapon is the "The Long Shake." Those tiny metallic flakes and pearl pigments like to settle at the bottom of the bottle. Shake your touch-up pen or bottle for a full two minutes-even when you think you're done, give it thirty more seconds. When applying, think "thin and patient." Two or three whisper-thin layers will always look better than one giant "blob" that tries to do the job all at once.