Mitsubishi Cordia Touch Up Paint (20 OEM Colors)

The Color Breakdown

Back in the 80s, Mitsubishi wasn't just making cars; they were making statements. The Cordia arrived with a palette of 27 recorded colors that really captured that "high-tech future" vibe. We aren't just talking about basics here-they gave us gems like Atlantic Blue Metallic, Nevada Sand Metallic, and the wonderfully named Serbia Black. They even leaned hard into the era's biggest trend with complex two-tone combinations like Grace Silver paired with deeper metallic contrasts. They really went for it, offering everything from the crisp Sophia White to the moody Canadian Green Metallic.

What to Watch For

If your Cordia's paint is looking a little "tired," you aren't alone. Mitsubishi paint from this era is known for being a bit of a homebody-it tends to get "chalky" or oxidized if it spends too much time in the sun, especially on the hood and roof. You might also notice the clear coat starting to lift in small flakes, which is just the car's way of saying it needs a little extra love. Before you start, you'll need your specific color code. Pop the hood and look at the firewall (the metal wall at the back of the engine bay). You should see a small metal ID plate; your code is usually a three-character sequence starting with a letter, like "W09" or "B71."

Driveway Repair Tip

Since so many Cordia colors are metallics (like that Kaiser Silver), your biggest secret weapon is a good workout. Before you open your touch-up bottle or pen, shake it for a full two minutes. Those tiny metallic flakes like to settle at the bottom, and if you don't wake them up, your repair might look darker than the rest of the car. When you're ready to apply, don't try to fill the whole chip in one go. Think "thin and patient." Dab a tiny amount into the center of the chip and let it spread itself out. If it needs more, wait fifteen minutes and do it again. Building it up in thin layers ensures the paint stays put and looks smooth once it dries.