COLOR CODE425 - BluitaliaFiat Touch-Up Paint

The Look

Your Fiat 500 carries a color that was only on the menu for a brief window in 2014. This shade was a centerpiece for special trims like the Cult and the 500S, designed to give the car a punchy, athletic presence on the road. Since your Fiat has likely spent a decade zipping through city traffic and sitting under the sun, the original finish has worked hard. Repairing a chip or scratch now is the only way to preserve the vintage-inspired charm that makes this specific blue stand out from the standard factory options.

Technical Details

This is a metallic finish, which means the paint is packed with tiny flakes that catch the light. The challenge with these finishes is mottling-the tendency for those flakes to clump together and create dark, cloudy spots. If the paint goes on too thick or if you hold the container in one place for too long, the metallic particles will not stand up correctly, and the repair will look like a different shade. Thin layers are the secret to keeping the shimmer consistent across the panel.

Best Practices

Work in a clean garage or a spot in the shade to keep the metal surface cool. You can find your color information on a silver sticker under the hood or near the lock on the rear hatch. Before you spray or dab Fiat Bluitalia (check for code 425), you need to shake it for 60 seconds to mix the metallic particles. Test the color on the included card to verify the match before you touch the car. Keep the container moving to ensure a steady flow from the nozzle or brush. Allow for plenty of drying time between each layer so the paint sets without sagging.