COLOR CODEGM4 - Claret Red Pearl MetallicChrysler Touch-Up Paint

The Look

This shade is a time capsule from the era of plush velour seats and hidden headlamps. It is a deep, sophisticated burgundy that gave the LeBaron and New Yorker an air of executive luxury. Because your car has likely spent the last three decades facing the sun, the existing finish might look a bit lighter or flatter than the fresh paint in your hand. This wine-colored hue is excellent at hiding road grime, but it requires a bit of finesse to match the depth of the original factory finish.

Technical Details

This is a pearl metallic finish, which means it contains both traditional metallic flakes and pearlescent powders. These particles create a brilliant sparkle in the sun, but they are heavy and love to sink to the bottom of the container. If you do not mix them thoroughly, you will end up with a flat red that lacks the original shimmer. Pearl finishes are also sensitive to how they are applied. If you let the paint pool in one area, the flakes will cluster together and create dark, blotchy spots known as mottling.

Best Practices

Before you spray or dab Chrysler Claret Red Pearl Metallic (check for code GM4), you need to shake it for 60 seconds. You should find your paint code on a metal plate located on the driver side door jamb, the radiator support bar, or the firewall behind the engine. Test the color on the included card to ensure the shade aligns with your current paint. When you start, keep the container moving in steady, overlapping passes to ensure the metallic flakes distribute evenly. Between each layer, give the surface enough drying time so it is no longer tacky. If you are using a pen or brush for a chip, apply thin layers rather than one thick glob to prevent the pearl from looking too dark in the repair area. Once you finish, work in the shade or a garage to keep the temperature stable while the finish sets.