COLOR CODEET5/DT6530 - Medium Tan MetallicChrysler Touch-Up Paint

The Look

This shade is a classic slice of the late eighties, specifically tailored for the Chrysler van family during its 1987 run. It represents a practical, earthy aesthetic that was designed to handle the daily grind without showing every speck of road dust or dried rain. Since your vehicle has been on the road for quite some time, the original finish has likely mellowed into a more muted tone, making this color an excellent choice for blending into a survivor car that still sees regular use.

Technical Details

The finish is a traditional metallic, which uses fine particles to give the tan base its depth and shimmer. Before you spray or dab Chrysler Medium Tan Metallic (check for code ET5/DT6530), you need to shake the container vigorously for at least a minute. Metallic flakes are heavier than the paint pigment and will sink to the bottom if left sitting. If you skip this, you risk a patchy finish or a color that looks significantly darker than the rest of the panel because the flake-to-paint ratio is off.

Best Practices

You will usually find your paint code on the driver's side door jamb or stamped onto a metal plate on the radiator support bar under the hood. Before starting the repair, always test the color on the included card to verify the match against your current paint. When you begin the actual application, keep the container moving in steady, overlapping passes. Staying in one spot too long causes the metallic flakes to "stack," which creates dark stripes or shadows that are very difficult to fix once they dry. Give the surface plenty of drying time between each light coat to ensure the color builds up evenly.