COLOR CODEBU/KBU - True Blue PearlChrysler Touch-Up Paint

The Look

This is a sophisticated, moody blue that made the Town & Country and 200 Series look significantly more expensive than their sticker price. It is a chameleon color; in the shade or a dark garage, it looks almost black, but direct sunlight pulls out a deep, oceanic glow. Since your Chrysler has likely been on the road since the mid-2010s, you might notice that while this dark shade is excellent at hiding light road dust, it highlights every single white rock chip. It is a high-reward color that looks incredible when the finish is clean and level, but it requires a patient hand to get the depth right.

Technical Details

This is a true pearl finish, which means the magic happens in the layers. Pearl paints are famously sensitive to how they are applied. If you put it on too thick, the deep blue pigments will crowd out the flakes, leaving you with a finish that looks muddy or too dark compared to the rest of the car. If you apply it too thin, you will not get enough coverage to hide the primer underneath. The pearl particles need to lay flat to catch the light correctly, so your technique determines whether the repair disappears or stands out.

Best Practices

You can find your paint code on the manufacturer's sticker located on the driver's side door jamb, usually right under the barcode near the PNT heading. Before you spray or dab Chrysler True Blue Pearl (check for code BU/KBU), you need to shake it for 60 seconds. This is a heavy color, and those pearl flakes love to settle at the bottom of the container. To get a perfect match, always test the color on the included card before touching your car. Keep the container moving as you apply the paint to ensure the flakes distribute evenly across the surface without creating dark spots. Because this is a pearl basecoat, it will dry to a matte finish, so you must follow up with a clear coat to bring back that deep factory shine. Giving each layer enough drying time is the only way to ensure the repair stays crisp and durable.