Y-9 (1971) - Dark Gold Irid Dodge Touch Up Paint

The Look

While many 1971 Dodge owners were busy choosing neon greens and purples, those with a taste for executive muscle went with this gold. It is an earthy, deep bronze tone that defines the transition from the sixties into the seventies. Because it was used across almost all models, you might see it on a high-trim Charger or a family-hauling Polara. It gives the car a grounded presence that catches the light with a warmth modern golds cannot replicate.

Technical Details

This finish is a metallic, which means it relies on tiny flakes to create its depth. Metallics are temperamental. If you apply the paint too thick in one spot, the gold particles will clump together and create dark, muddy patches known as mottling. Since your Dodge has probably been on the road for over fifty years, the original finish has likely lost some of its luster and shifted in tone. Your new paint will have the full factory richness, so focus on blending it into the surrounding area to account for that age.

Best Practices

To confirm your color, look for the metal fender tag screwed to the driver-side inner fender under the hood. Before you spray or dab Dodge Dark Gold Irid (check for code Y-9 (1971)), you need to shake it for 60 seconds. This is vital because the heavy metallic flakes settle at the bottom and need to be mixed for an accurate match. Test the color on the included card to check the flow before you touch the car. Apply thin, light layers in the garage or the shade, and give each coat plenty of drying time. Keep the container moving to ensure the gold flakes lay down flat and even.