COLOR CODEE2 - Magma Red MetallicFord Touch-Up Paint

The Look

Your truck wears one of the most deceptive colors Ford ever put on the F-Series. In a shaded garage or on a cloudy day, people will swear you bought a black pickup. But as soon as the sun hits those panels, the finish erupts into a deep, bruised cherry and chocolate mixture that is unlike anything else on the road. Because this was a short-lived option for the 2020 model year, it has a "chameleon" reputation that makes it a favorite for owners who want something subtler than a bright fire-engine red but more interesting than standard tuxedo black.

Technical Details

This is a complex metallic finish packed with heavy pigments that provide its signature depth. Because it is so dark and dense, the way the flakes lay down is everything. If you don't keep your application consistent, you run the risk of mottling-which is just a fancy way of saying the paint looks blotchy or striped. This happens when the metallic flakes bunch up instead of spreading out evenly. Since your 2020 F-Series has large, flat body panels, any inconsistency in how the flakes settle will show up clearly once the sun hits it.

Best Practices

Before you spray or dab Ford Magma Red Metallic (check for code E2), you need to shake it for 60 seconds. You are trying to wake up heavy metallic particles that love to settle at the bottom of the container. You can find your official code on the silver VIN sticker inside the driver's side door jamb, usually listed next to the "EXT PNT" label. Always test the color on the included card first to see how the metallic behaves. When you start the real repair, keep the container moving at a steady pace and maintain a consistent spray distance to ensure the flakes land flat. Give it plenty of drying time between light coats rather than trying to hide the damage in one heavy pass.