748550K - Garnett Red MetalAmerican-Coach Touch Up Paint

First Impressions

This is the heavy hitter of the 2003 lineup. It was designed for the flagship rigs where presence mattered more than subtlety. Whether it's on an Eagle or a Tradition, this color carries a weight that feels grounded and premium. It isn't a bright, fire-engine red. It is deeper. It is the color of a successful road trip. Because it was only active for one year, it carries a bit of a "unicorn" status among collectors. It's bold. It's classic. It knows it looks good.

Technical Details

Under the light, you will see exactly why this is a metallic finish. Those tiny flakes are the secret to that deep glow, but they are also your biggest challenge. Metallic paints are prone to mottling-those annoying dark patches or stripes that happen when the flakes don't land evenly. If you apply it too heavily in one spot, the metal sinks and ruins the look. Keep your layers light. The goal is to let the flakes float into a uniform blanket.

Application Notes

Locating your paint information is usually a scavenger hunt. Check the inside of your wardrobe doors or look for a build sheet tucked into the kitchen cabinet flap. Before you spray or dab American-Coach Garnett Red Metal (check for code 748550K), you need to shake it for 60 seconds. Then shake it more. Those metallic flakes love to settle at the bottom. Test the color on the included card to ensure the pigments have fully mixed. When you start, keep the container moving at a steady pace. If you pause, you'll get a dark spot. Work in the shade, give it plenty of drying time between coats, and the repair will blend right into that factory finish.