Subaru XT Touch Up Paint (13 OEM Colors)

The Color Breakdown

The Subaru XT didn't just look like a spaceship from a 1985 synth-wave album cover; it had the color palette to match. Subaru gave this "wedge on wheels" a total of 13 recorded colors, ranging from the punchy Rio Red to the deep, mysterious Bermuda Blue Metallic. They even leaned into the futuristic vibe with Platinum Silver Metallic and Ruby Pearl. Whether you're driving a monochromatic Extra Black or a shimmering Lake Blue Metallic, it's clear the designers really went for it.

What to Watch For

Because the XT is essentially one giant, sharp angle, it catches rock chips on that low-slung nose like a magnet catches paperclips. Subaru's 80s-era paint was notoriously thin, meaning the clear coat can get a bit "tired" and start to flake away on the flat surfaces of the hood or the tops of the door handles. Before you start, hunt down your paint code-it's usually hiding on a small metal plate on the driver or passenger side strut tower under the hood, or occasionally tucked into the door jamb. If you see some fading on the horizontal panels, don't worry; it's just a sign that your car has spent some quality time in the sun.

Driveway Repair Tip

When you're dealing with the XT's many metallic and pearl options-like Black Mica Pearl or Slate Metallic-you have to treat that little bottle of paint like a protein shake. Shake it for a full 60 seconds to wake up those metallic flakes so they don't all sit at the bottom. Since the XT has so many flat, prominent surfaces, the key is patience. Apply your touch-up in three very thin, light layers rather than one big glob. If you're working on a pearl finish, remember that the "depth" comes from those layers, so take your time and let each one dry to keep your spaceship looking sharp.