COLOR CODEB-3 (1970) - Ice or Light Blue MetallicChrysler Touch-Up Paint

The Look

1970 was a legendary year for Mopar, but while everyone else was busy looking at neon oranges and purples, this color offered a cool, sophisticated alternative. It fits the lines of a Chrysler 300 just as naturally as it does a Road Runner or a Charger. It has a crisp, frozen quality that reflects the sun with a sharp brightness. Because your car has lived a full life since 1970, this blue might show some character, but its light tone is excellent at hiding the fine dust and road grime that darker shades highlight.

Technical Details

This is a metallic finish, which means the look relies entirely on how the tiny flakes sit on the surface. If you apply the paint too heavily in one spot, the metallics will bunch together and create dark, blotchy patches. This effect, often called mottling, ruins the illusion of a factory finish. You want the flakes to lay flat and even so the light bounces off your repair the same way it does off the rest of the panel. Because this is a light color, it requires a steady hand and patience to build up the depth without creating a heavy edge.

Best Practices

You can find your paint code on the metal fender tag located on the driver side inner fender under the hood. Before you spray or dab Chrysler Ice or Light Blue Metallic (check for code B-3 (1970)), you must shake the container for at least two full minutes to wake up those heavy metallic particles at the bottom. Test the color on the included card to see how it reacts to your technique. Whether you are using a nozzle or a brush, keep the container moving to ensure the flow remains consistent. Apply several thin layers rather than one thick one, and give it plenty of drying time between passes to keep the finish crisp and level.