This color is compatible with the following Alfa-Romeos:

MODELS: All Models

YEARS: 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981

To determine if Chocolate Brown is the correct color, check your vehicle's color code. It should match the paint color code, which is AR836.

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Once you've added custom color paint to your cart, you will need clearcoat and (depending on your damage) other non-paint products to complete your repair.

Your Paint Color Profile

AR836 - Chocolate Brown

The Look

This is 1970s Milan. Deep. Rich. Architectural. It turns a Spider or an Alfetta into a rolling double espresso. It isn't a utility color; it's a style statement that defined the late-seventies aesthetic. Before you spray or dab Alfa-Romeo Chocolate Brown (check for code AR836), you need to shake the container for at least sixty seconds. It's a moody, sophisticated shade that works best when paired with a tan interior.

Technical Details

This is a solid finish. No metallic flakes. No pearls. Just raw, dense pigment. While this makes the match more predictable, dark solid tones are magnets for dust and debris. If you are working in a Garage or Shade, make sure the air is still. You won't have to worry about the color shifting at different angles, but you must be precise. It's an honest finish that rewards clean prep.

Best Practices

Find the silver sticker. It is usually hiding on the underside of the trunk lid or tucked near the rear wheel housing inside the boot. Test the color on the included card to confirm the shade before you touch the car. When you start, keep the container moving at a steady pace. Watch your Flow. If you linger in one spot, the paint will sag. Give the surface plenty of drying time between layers to let the pigment set properly.

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How to Find Your Alfa-Romeo's Color Code

The Alfa-Romeo paint color code can be found on the trunk lid, inside the spare tire compartment, or in the rear storage area. If not found, Alfa-Romeo can be contacted to determine the color code. If there is no color code, the PPG or Dupont (Axalta) paint formula number can be requested.

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