Touch up paint kits in Carmel Tan Poly (U-3 (1976))

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Touch up paint in Carmel Tan Poly (U-3 (1976))

Custom-mixed Chrysler paint for everyone - from beginners to pros.

This color is compatible with the following Chryslers:

MODELS: All Models

YEARS: 1976

To determine if Carmel Tan Poly is the correct color, check your vehicle's color code. It should match the paint color code, which is U-3 (1976).

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Your Paint Color Profile

U-3 (1976) - Carmel Tan Poly

The Look

In 1976, Chrysler mastered the art of the earth tone, and this shade was the gold standard for the personal luxury era. Whether you are working on a Cordoba with that iconic front end or a full-sized New Yorker, this color brings a warm, sophisticated presence to the metal. It is a deep, honey-hued tan that feels substantial and classic. Because this color was applied to almost every model in the lineup that year, it carries the soul of the mid-seventies Mopar aesthetic. It looks best under direct sunlight where the warmth of the tan can really radiate.

Technical Details

The "Poly" in the name stands for polychromatic, which is the vintage way of saying this is a metallic finish. This means the paint is packed with tiny reflective flakes that give the surface its depth. Metallics are notorious for being temperamental; if the flakes are not distributed evenly, you might see dark streaks or "mottling" in the finish. Since your car has been facing the elements since 1976, the original paint has likely changed slightly due to UV exposure. This tan is excellent at hiding light road dust, but because of the metallic content, you must be precise with your technique to get the flakes to lay down correctly.

Best Practices

Before you apply Chrysler Carmel Tan Poly (double-check for code U-3 (1976) on your driver's side fender tag or the radiator support), you need to shake the container for at least sixty seconds. Those metallic particles like to settle at the bottom, and they need to be fully suspended to match. Always test the color on the included card before touching the car. Work in your garage or the shade to keep the surface cool. Whether you are using a nozzle or a brush, keep the container moving and apply the paint in thin, light layers. Give the paint plenty of drying time between these layers to ensure the metallic flakes don't bunch up and create a blotchy look.

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Chrysler paint codes can be difficult to find. In the good old days, they were on top of the radiator support, often hidden under engine grease and oil. Later models put them on the drivers door jamb. Typical format: BS/GBS, but only BS is the color code; it can also appear as QBS, PBS, TBS, etc., with the first letter as a confusing "Year Code." BS corresponds to Deep Water Blue Pearl Clearcoat; the G in GBS is not part of the color code.

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