COLOR CODECR6/DT9049 - Garnet Pearl MetallicChrysler Touch-Up Paint

The Look

This is a high-impact relic from 1987 that gave the Chrysler van lineup a serious sense of weight and class. Unlike the flat reds of the era, this shade is a deep, moody wine that relies on light to show its true character. Since your van has likely seen decades of sun and road wear, the original finish might have darkened or lost some of its depth. When you apply this color, you are restoring that jewel-toned glow that made these haulers stand out in the parking lot during the late eighties.

Technical Details

You are working with a Pearl Metallic finish, which means there is a lot happening inside the paint. It contains both metallic flakes and pearlescent mica pigments. The mica is what gives it that shifting, liquid look, but it also makes the application temperamental. If you apply the paint too heavily in one spot, the particles will cluster and create dark smudges or stripes. To avoid this mottling, you must keep the container moving and apply the color in thin, even passes. This ensures the flakes lay flat and reflect light uniformly across the panel.

Best Practices

Before you spray or dab Chrysler Garnet Pearl Metallic (check for code CR6/DT9049), you need to shake it for 60 seconds. You can usually find this paint code stamped on a metal plate under the hood near the radiator support or on the driver side door jamb. Always test the color on the included card to see how the pearl settles before you move to the vehicle. Work in the shade to prevent the paint from drying too fast. If you are using a pen, use light pressure to let the paint flow onto the surface. For a can, maintain a consistent spray distance and give the surface enough drying time between layers to build the depth properly.