Mitsubishi Colt Touch Up Paint (8 OEM Colors)

The Color Breakdown

Mitsubishi kept things tight and tidy for the Colt with a palette of 8 recorded colors. They didn't just stick to the basics, though; they really went for it with some punchy options like the deep Octane Blue Pearl and the aggressively named Rally Red Metallic. If you're driving one of the more subdued versions like Cool Silver Metallic or Innsbruck White, you're in good company-Mitsubishi seems to have mastered the art of "50 shades of grey" before it was a thing.

What to Watch For

If your Colt is starting to look like it's wearing "Urban Camo," don't panic-that's just the clear coat deciding it wants to retire early. These cars are known for "sun-seeking" behavior where the paint on the hood and roof can get a bit thin and start to flake or fade, especially if it's been living outside. Before you start your repair, you'll need your 3-digit code (usually a letter followed by two numbers, like A19). You can find this on a silver or black sticker located in the driver's side door jamb or, occasionally, hiding on the firewall under the hood. Keep an eye on those door handles, too; the paint there tends to take a beating from daily use.

Driveway Repair Tip

Since many of these colors-especially Phantom Black Pearl and Effect Gray-are packed with metallic flakes and pearl pigments, your bottle of touch-up paint is basically a snow globe. Shake that bottle for at least 60 seconds (set a timer!) to wake up the sparkles so they don't all settle at the bottom. When you apply it, think "thin and patient." It's much better to dab on three whisper-thin layers than one big, gloppy mountain of paint. If you're working on a vertical spot like a door ding, use just a tiny amount on the tip of the brush to prevent a "run" down the side of your car.