Mitsubishi Van-Wagon Touch Up Paint (10 OEM Colors)

The Color Breakdown

Mitsubishi didn't just release a van in the late '80s; they released a world tour on wheels. With 11 recorded colors, they really leaned into the "sophisticated traveler" vibe. We're talking about high-class names like Sophia White, Sahara Gold Metallic, and Everglade Green Metallic. Whether you're rocking the desert-ready Dakota Sand or the deep Arctic Blue, these vans were designed to look as good at a campsite as they did in a suburban driveway. They even offered complex Two-Tone setups for those who couldn't pick just one favorite shade.

What to Watch For

If you're looking for your paint code, don't go hunting around the door frame just yet. On these classic Van-Wagons, Mitsubishi tucked the metal ID plate away on the firewall inside the engine bay, or sometimes right under the driver's seat frame. Once you find it, you might notice that the paint on the roof or the hood looks a little "tired." These vans were notorious for clear coat oxidation-where the shiny top layer starts to look like a dusty chalkboard-and the metallic shades can be particularly thin after decades in the sun. If you see the paint starting to flake near the rain gutters, don't panic; it just means your van has character (and needs a little TLC).

Driveway Repair Tip

When using your touch-up bottle on those metallic shades like Grace Silver or Coral Blue, remember that those tiny sparkles are heavy-they like to nap at the bottom of the vial. Shake that bottle for a full two minutes (track it on your watch!) to wake them up. Since the original factory paint can be thin, patience is your best tool. Instead of trying to fill a chip with one big glob, apply two or three paper-thin layers. It'll dry flatter, stay put longer, and keep your "space pod" looking factory-fresh without the need for a professional setup.