TT-1 - Medium Red Metallic Fleet Touch Up Paint

The Look

Fleet colors are built for the long haul, designed more for the job site than the showroom floor. Fleet Medium Red Metallic is a professional, workhorse red that has a bit more soul than a standard flat color. It was a common choice for service trucks and delivery vans around 2000, where the metallic shimmer served a practical purpose: it hides road dust and minor grime better than a solid red ever could. Since your vehicle has likely been out in the elements for over twenty years, the original finish has probably mellowed, so this deep, metallic red will bring back that crisp, uniform look that says you take care of your equipment.

Technical Details

This is a metallic finish, which means it is loaded with tiny flakes that reflect light at different angles. While those flakes give the paint its depth, they require a bit of respect during a repair. If you apply the paint too heavily in one spot, those metallic particles will bunch up and create dark, blotchy patches. Red pigments are also the most sensitive to sun damage and fading. This means the paint on your door might be slightly lighter than the paint on your roof, so you will want to focus on thin, even layers to blend the new pigment into the old.

Best Practices

Before you spray or dab Fleet Medium Red Metallic (check for code TT-1), you need to shake it for 60 seconds. You can typically find your paint code on a silver sticker or plate located inside the glove box or on the driver's side door jamb. Always test the color on the included card before touching the vehicle to see how the new paint reacts with the aged finish. Whether you are using a nozzle or a brush, keep the container moving to ensure the metallic flakes lay down flat and even. Give the repair plenty of drying time between each thin coat to ensure the finish stays smooth and durable.