Jeep Comanche Touch Up Paint (36 OEM Colors)

The Color Breakdown

Jeep wasn't just building a workhorse with the Comanche; they were building a canvas. With 36 recorded colors, they really went for it, ranging from the punchy Sun Yellow and Sebring Red to the more sophisticated Adriatic Blue Pearl Metallic. Whether yours is a rugged Coffee brown or a flashy Spinnaker Blue Metallic, these trucks were clearly designed to stand out in the lumber yard or at the lake.

What to Watch For

Because these trucks were born in the late 80s and early 90s, they often suffer from what I call "The Great Delamination." This is when the clear coat decides to part ways with the color underneath, leading to white, flaky patches on the hood and roof. If you have a red Comanche, you might notice it's leaning toward "Salmon" or "Pink" due to decades of UV exposure.

To get your fix started, you'll need the paint code. Don't go looking for a modern sticker in the door jamb-on these classics, you'll usually find a metal plate riveted to the firewall (near the driver's side hood hinge) or on the upper radiator support. Look for a two or three-digit code; on the firewall plate, it's often hidden in the middle of the second line.

Driveway Repair Tip

If you're working with one of the many metallic shades, like Garnet Metallic or Sterling Metallic, your best friend is a stopwatch. Shake that touch-up bottle for a full two minutes-not just a quick jiggle. Those tiny metallic flakes like to settle at the bottom, and if they aren't swimming around evenly, your "Sterling" will look more like "Flat Gray."

When applying, think like a minimalist. Instead of filling a chip with one giant, bulging drop of paint, apply two or three paper-thin layers, waiting about 15 minutes between each. This prevents the paint from sagging and helps the new color "sit" at the same level as the original. If the chip is tiny, ditch the brush that came in the cap and use a sharpened toothpick for total control. Patience is your best tool here!