COLOR CODET13/PDQ - Light Turquoise MetallicEagle Touch-Up Paint

The Look

This color is the visual definition of the early nineties. If you own an Eagle Talon or a Summit from this era, you are carrying a piece of the "Diamond-Star Motors" legacy. This shade was a bold choice that perfectly captured the optimism of the sport-compact boom. Since your Eagle has likely spent three decades facing the sun, the original finish might have shifted slightly. This turquoise is high-energy and bright, but it requires a careful hand to make a repair look like it belongs on the car rather than a patch on top of it.

Technical Details

This is a true metallic finish, which means it relies on tiny flakes to reflect light and create depth. Because it is a metallic, you run the risk of mottling-those dark streaks or light spots that happen when the flakes don't land evenly. If you apply the paint too heavily in one spot, the flakes will sink and look muddy. If you apply it too lightly, the color will look dry and thin. It is a balancing act, but getting it right ensures the repair disappears into the rest of the panel under the sun.

Best Practices

Before you spray or dab Eagle Light Turquoise Metallic (check for code T13/PDQ), you need to shake the container for at least sixty seconds to get those metallic flakes suspended. You can usually find your paint code on the driver's side door jamb or stamped into the metal on the firewall inside the engine bay. To avoid stripes, keep the container moving at a steady pace and never start or stop your stroke directly over the damage. Always test the color on the included card first to see how the metallic looks once it dries. Work in a cool garage or the shade, and give each layer plenty of drying time so the finish sets flat and hard.