Mitsubishi Precis Touch Up Paint (23 OEM Colors)

The Color Breakdown

Back in the day, Mitsubishi gave the Precis 23 different ways to stand out on the road. They really leaned into that late-80s aesthetic with some seriously bold choices like Madeira Red Metallic, Dublin Green Metallic, and Catalina Blue Metallic. It's a surprisingly deep palette for a car that was essentially built to be an honest, everyday commuter-they clearly wanted you to look good while doing it.

What to Watch For

Here's a little secret between us: the Precis is actually a twin to the Hyundai Excel, which means the paint behaves a bit differently than a standard Mitsubishi of that era. You'll often find the clear coat is a bit on the thinner side, especially on the "solar-prone" spots like the hood and roof. If you see some "chalky" fading or little white flakes starting to lift, don't panic-that's just the clear coat asking for a little attention. To find your specific color match, pop the hood; you're looking for a small metal plate bolted to the firewall (the back of the engine bay). It'll have a short code like "FR7" or "SW7" stamped on it.

Driveway Repair Tip

Since so many of these colors-like Aztec Silver Metallic-are packed with tiny metallic flakes, they need a little "wake-up call" before you start. Shake your touch-up bottle or pen for at least a full minute; those sparkles like to settle at the bottom. When you apply the paint, think "less is more." Use the tip of your brush to place a tiny drop right in the center of the chip and let it flow out to the edges. If it's a metallic color, it will likely look a little dull once it dries-that's normal! A quick dab of clear coat over the top once the color is dry will bring back that factory shine and protect the metal underneath from the elements.