COLOR CODER25/PRG - Kutani Red PearlEagle Touch-Up Paint

The Look

Eagle Kutani Red Pearl is a hallmark of the early nineties Diamond Star era, appearing on everything from the street-ready Summit to the legendary Talon. Since your Eagle has likely seen a few decades of sun and road grit, you have noticed how this shade shifts character depending on the light. In the shade, it carries a deep, moody burgundy tone, but once you pull it into the light, the red comes alive with a subtle glow. It is a sophisticated color that avoids the loud, flat look of basic reds, giving your car a more premium presence that still feels period-correct.

Technical Details

This is a pearl finish, which presents a unique challenge for a repair. Unlike a solid color that looks the same from every angle, this paint relies on tiny mica flakes to reflect light. If you apply it too heavily in one spot, the repair will appear darker and muddy. If you go too light, you won't get enough coverage to hide the primer or the scratch. The goal is to build the color in thin, even coats so the pearl particles can lay flat. This ensures the repaired area catches the light at the same angle as the rest of the panel, preventing that dreaded "patchy" look.

Best Practices

Before you spray or dab Eagle Kutani Red Pearl (check for code R25/PRG), you need to shake the container for at least sixty seconds. Pearl pigments are heavier than the base tint and will settle at the bottom, so thorough mixing is the only way to get an accurate match. You can find your paint code on a silver plate located on the center of the firewall or on a sticker in the driver's side door jamb. Always test the color on the included card to see how it reacts to the thickness of your application. While applying, keep the container moving to avoid pooling and allow for plenty of drying time between layers to let the color stabilize.