COLOR CODE640/R211 - Currant Red PearlHonda Touch-Up Paint

The Look

This is a survivor's color. Since it appeared specifically on the 2002 Passport, you are dealing with a finish that has likely endured over two decades of sun and road debris. Currant Red is a sophisticated, wine-heavy shade that lacks the loud aggression of a typical racing red. It has a grounded, earthy quality that suited the rugged Isuzu-based roots of that era's Honda SUVs. It is rare to see this color on the road today, which makes maintaining that original luster even more important for keeping the vehicle looking cared for rather than just old.

Technical Details

This finish is a pearl, meaning it uses tiny mica flakes rather than aluminum bits to create its shine. These flakes are heavier than the pigment and will settle at the bottom of your container almost immediately. If you skip the mixing process, the color will look flat and dark. Pearl paints are also somewhat translucent by nature. This allows light to travel through the upper layers and bounce off the mica, but it also means you cannot rush the coverage. Because your car has likely seen significant UV exposure since 2002, the new paint may appear slightly deeper than the weathered panels around it until it is fully cured and polished.

Best Practices

On the Passport, you will typically find the color ID plate on the driver's side door jamb. Before you spray or dab Honda Currant Red Pearl (check for code 640/R211), you need to shake it for 60 seconds to ensure the mica is suspended in the paint. Test the color on the included card to see how many coats you need to achieve the right depth. Apply thin, even layers rather than one heavy coat. Keep the container moving to avoid "mottling," which happens when the pearl flakes clump together and create dark spots. If you are working in your garage or a patch of shade, give the paint plenty of drying time between layers to prevent the finish from becoming hazy.