COLOR CODEDM6 - Crimson RedChrysler Touch-Up Paint

The Look

This shade is a true one-year wonder from 1987. You are likely working on a survivor like a LeBaron or a Fifth Avenue, as this color didn't stay on the palette for long. It captures that specific era of late-eighties American luxury, offering a deep, sophisticated tone that sits somewhere between a bright fire engine red and a dark burgundy. Because your car has been facing the elements since the eighties, the original finish has likely developed its own character, so focus on blending your repair into the surrounding panels.

Technical Details

This is a metallic finish, which means it contains tiny flakes designed to reflect light and give the car its depth. These flakes are heavier than the paint itself and tend to sink to the bottom of the reservoir. If you don't get them suspended properly, the repair will look like a flat, dark smudge instead of a shimmering red. If those particles bunch up in one spot, you will see dark streaks or "mottling" in the finish. Consistency is the secret to making this look right.

Best Practices

Before you spray or dab Chrysler Crimson Red (check for code DM6), you need to shake it for 60 seconds. You can find your paint code on the metal identification plate located on the driver's side door jamb or occasionally on the radiator support bar under the hood. Test the color on the included card to see how the metallic flakes settle. When you move to the car, apply your paint in thin, light layers. Keep the container moving to ensure the flakes distribute evenly across the surface. Give each layer enough drying time so the paint sets firm and doesn't sag while you work in your garage or the shade.