Ford Maverick Touch Up Paint (26 OEM Colors)

The Color Breakdown

Ford didn't hold back with the Maverick, recording a massive 26 colors so far. They really went for it with the palette, offering everything from the desert-vibes of Area 51 and Cactus Gray to the high-energy Cyber Orange Tricoat and Hot Pepper Red. Whether you're driving a classic Oxford White work truck or a metallic Velocity Blue cruiser, there is a lot of personality packed into these small pickups.

What to Watch For

The Maverick is a fan favorite, but the "Reality Check" is that the paint can be a bit thin and brittle, especially on the leading edge of the hood and the front bumper. Owners often report seeing stone chips earlier than expected, so keeping a touch-up pen handy is almost a rite of passage for Maverick owners. You'll find your specific paint code on the driver's side door jamb sticker-look for the letters "EXT PNT" followed by a two-digit code. Keep a close eye on the plastic trim areas as well; if you spot a tiny flake starting to lift, catching it early with a dab of clear coat will keep it from spreading.

Driveway Repair Tip

Since so many Maverick colors-like Hot Pepper Red and Lucid Red-are "Tricoats" or pearls, they require a little extra love to get right. Before you start, shake your touch-up bottle for a full 60 seconds (longer than you think!) to wake up those metallic flakes. When applying, don't try to fill the whole chip in one go. Dabbing one thick blob usually leads to a dark spot. Instead, apply two or three paper-thin layers, letting each one dry for 15 minutes. It requires patience, but building the color up slowly is the secret to making that chip disappear into the finish.