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This color is compatible with the following Chryslers:

MODELS: All Models

YEARS: 1978

To determine if Spanish Gold Poly is the correct color, check your vehicle's color code. It should match the paint color code, which is Y-9 (1978).

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Once you've added custom color paint to your cart, you will need clearcoat and (depending on your damage) other non-paint products to complete your repair.

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Y-9 (1978) - Spanish Gold Poly

The Look

This color is the definitive statement of late seventies luxury. It graced everything from the personal luxury of the Cordoba to the massive presence of the New Yorker. It is a warm, earthy gold that perfectly captures the aesthetic of 1978. Because it is an organic tone, it does a decent job of hiding road dust and light grime, but it requires a clean surface to truly show its character. Since your Chrysler has likely spent many years under the sun, the original finish might have shifted slightly, but this shade remains the best way to maintain that vintage, high-end feel.

Technical Details

This finish is a metallic, which Chrysler historically labeled as Polychromatic. The "Poly" in the name indicates that the paint contains tiny flakes that reflect light to create depth. Metallic colors like this one are prone to a phenomenon called mottling, where the metal flakes cluster together to create dark patches or stripes. This happens if the paint is applied too heavily in one spot or if the container is held still for too long. To avoid a blotchy finish, you must ensure the flakes stay suspended in the liquid so they land evenly on your repair area.

Best Practices

You can find your paint code stamped on the metal fender tag located under the hood, typically on the driver side inner fender or the radiator support. Before you spray or dab Chrysler Spanish Gold Poly (check for code Y-9 (1978)), you need to shake the container for at least one full minute to mix those metallic flakes thoroughly. Test the color on the included card to ensure the shade matches your current paint. When applying, keep the container moving across the surface to prevent the metal from pooling. Once you finish, allow for proper drying time before you add a clear coat to bring out the metallic depth. Work in a cool Garage or the Shade to prevent the paint from drying before the flakes have a chance to lay flat.

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Find your Chrysler paint code

Chrysler paint codes can be difficult to find. In the good old days, they were on top of the radiator support, often hidden under engine grease and oil. Later models put them on the drivers door jamb. Typical format: BS/GBS, but only BS is the color code; it can also appear as QBS, PBS, TBS, etc., with the first letter as a confusing "Year Code." BS corresponds to Deep Water Blue Pearl Clearcoat; the G in GBS is not part of the color code.

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