COLOR CODESR8 - Regent Red S/F MetallicChrysler Touch-Up Paint

The Look

Finding this color on a 1979 Chrysler takes you straight back to the era of grand luxury coupes and plush interiors. It is a deep, executive red that carries a heavy sense of late-seventies sophistication. Because your car has been on the road for over forty years, the original finish has likely darkened or shifted slightly under the sun. This is not a bright, loud red; it is a refined tone meant for the long hoods and sharp lines of a Cordoba or New Yorker. Keeping this specific shade consistent is what preserves the period-correct character of your classic.

Technical Details

This is a metallic finish, which presents a specific challenge for any repair. The tiny metallic flakes suspended in the paint act like millions of small mirrors. If you apply the paint too heavily, those flakes will sink and the color will appear darker or muddy. If you apply it too lightly, the finish may look dry and lack that factory depth. The goal is to achieve a balance where the flakes lay flat and reflect light evenly across the surface of the panel, ensuring the repair does not stand out when the sun hits it.

Best Practices

Before you spray or dab Chrysler Regent Red S/F Metallic (check for code SR8), you need to shake it for 60 seconds to wake up those settled metallic flakes. You can usually find your paint code stamped on the metal fender tag under the hood or on the driver side door jamb sticker. To ensure a good match, test the color on the included card first to see how the flakes settle and how the light catches them. When you are ready to apply, keep the container moving and maintain a consistent flow to avoid pooling. Always work in the shade and allow plenty of drying time between thin layers to build up the proper depth without creating dark, heavy spots.