COLOR CODERR-1 (1968) - Burgundy PolyChrysler Touch-Up Paint

The Look

Before the era of loud, psychedelic muscle car colors, there was this deep and regal shade. It served as a bridge between high-performance aggression and executive class, looking just as right on a 1968 Charger as it did on a flagship Imperial. Since your Chrysler has likely spent decades under the sun, the original finish has probably mellowed into a softer red. This fresh touch-up will bring back that heavy, wine-colored depth that defined the late sixties showroom floor.

Technical Details

This is a metallic finish, which means there are thousands of tiny flakes living inside the paint. These flakes are what give the color its life, but they are also your biggest challenge. If the paint is applied too heavily in one spot, the flakes will bunch together and create dark, blotchy areas known as mottling. It is a finish that demands patience; if you rush the layers, the metallic particles will sink and lose their shimmer, leaving you with a finish that looks more like a flat maroon than a true polychromatic burgundy.

Best Practices

You will find your paint code on the metal fender tag located under the hood or occasionally on the driver's door jamb. Before you spray or dab Chrysler Burgundy Poly (check for code RR-1 (1968)), you need to shake it for 60 seconds to wake up those settled metallic flakes. Test the color on the included card to see how the flakes lay down before you touch the car. When applying, keep the container moving to prevent the paint from pooling. Use light, thin layers and allow for plenty of drying time between each pass to ensure the color builds up evenly without sagging.