Mitsubishi FTO Paint Info
The Color Breakdown
The Mitsubishi FTO is a 90s cult hero that definitely wasn't shy about its wardrobe. While we have two primary colors on the books-the sophisticated Coronado Sand Metallic and the high-voltage Monaco Red Metallic-this car was all about that peak JDM flair. Whether yours is rocking a sun-kissed champagne vibe or a deep "look-at-me" crimson, these colors were designed to turn heads at a stoplight.
What to Watch For
Now, the reality check: Mitsubishi's 90s clear coat is a bit like a sensitive pop star-it doesn't always handle the spotlight (or the sun) well. Keep a close eye on your roof and hood, as the clear coat here tends to get "chalky" or start peeling if it spends too much time outdoors. If you have the Monaco Red, you might notice it trying to turn into a dusty pink over time. To find your exact match, pop the hood and look for a small metal plate bolted to the firewall (the back wall of the engine bay). Your code is usually a three-digit alphanumeric, like a secret password for your car's soul.
Driveway Repair Tip
Since you're likely working with metallics like Coronado Sand, your touch-up bottle is basically a tiny snow globe. Those metallic flakes love to settle at the bottom, so treat that bottle like a maraca and shake it for a full two minutes before you start. When you're ready to apply, don't try to fill the whole chip in one go. Dab on a paper-thin layer, let it dry for twenty minutes, and then come back for a second pass. Getting a perfect match requires patience, but building the color up in thin "veils" rather than one big blob is the secret to a repair that disappears into the bodywork.
