COLOR CODENNN (1957) - Tropical CoralDodge Touch-Up Paint

The Look

The 1957 model year was the height of the Virgil Exner "Forward Look," where tail fins and chrome ruled the road. Whether you are fixing a chip on a Coronet or a Custom Royal, this shade represents the peak of mid-century optimism. It is a warm, fleshy pink-orange that feels like a summer evening at a soda shop. Because your car has likely seen plenty of sun over the decades, the existing finish might be a shade lighter than it was in 1957. This color is bold and unapologetic, so a clean repair is vital to maintaining that classic silhouette.

Technical Details

This is a solid finish, which makes your job much simpler than if you were dealing with modern metallics or pearls. You do not have to worry about tiny flakes of aluminum or mica laying down the wrong way and creating dark spots. However, solid pastels are very honest; they will show every speck of dust or ripple in the metal if you do not take your time. Before you spray or dab Dodge Tropical Coral (check for code NNN (1957)), you must ensure the surface is as smooth as glass. Solid colors provide excellent coverage, but they also highlight any shortcuts taken during preparation.

Best Practices

To find your data plate, look on the driver's side door pillar or check under the hood on the radiator support or firewall. Once you have the right spot, remember that those vintage pigments love to settle at the bottom of the container. You need to shake it for at least 60 seconds to get the color exactly right. Test the color on the included card to see how well it matches the current state of your aged paint. When you are ready to apply, keep the container moving to avoid pooling in the deep body lines of these 50s classics. Apply thin layers and give the paint plenty of drying time between each one to build a durable, level finish in your garage or the shade.