AC-438 - Brown Citroen Touch Up Paint

The Look

This color is the peak of 1970s French sophistication. It is a deep, earthy shade that defined the 1978 lineup, bringing a sense of grounded elegance to the futuristic CX and the quirky GS alike. Since your Citroen has been on the road for several decades, this color often develops a seasoned character that modern browns simply cannot replicate. It captures the warmth of a vintage landscape while maintaining enough depth to look sharp in the shade.

Technical Details

This is a metallic finish, which means it relies on tiny flakes to create its signature depth. The metallic nature of the paint is its greatest asset but also its biggest challenge. If the particles don't land evenly, you risk a "mottled" look where some areas appear darker or cloudier than others. This happens when the flakes clump together instead of laying flat, so your technique is the most important factor in getting that factory-fresh shimmer.

Best Practices

You will usually find the paint code stenciled in white paint on the firewall under the hood or near the top of the suspension towers. Before you spray or dab Citroen Brown (check for code AC-438), you need to shake it for 60 seconds to fully wake up the metallic particles. To ensure the flakes settle naturally, keep the container moving at a steady pace and avoid letting the paint pool in any one area. Always test the color on the included card before touching the car to ensure the metallic density matches your vehicle's current finish. Allow plenty of drying time between thin layers to build the color correctly.