COLOR CODEPV6 - Sunburst Orange PearlMitsubishi Touch-Up Paint

The Look

Your Mitsubishi Raider is a rare sight, and this color is the reason why. Since it only appeared for the 2008 model year, you are driving a piece of short-lived truck history. This isn't a shy orange; it borrows the loud, copper-heavy personality found on the boldest pickups of that era. Because your truck has been on the road for well over a decade, the finish has likely weathered some storms, but the underlying glow remains distinct. When you work on it in your garage, you are reviving a look that was designed to stand out in a parking lot full of gray and white work vehicles.

Technical Details

This is a pearl finish, which means it relies on translucent particles to create depth. Pearl finishes are notorious for settling; those heavy mica flakes love to sink to the bottom of the container. If they aren't perfectly suspended, your repair will look like a flat, muddy orange instead of a metallic sunburst. You also have to watch out for mottling, where the color looks splotchy or striped. This happens if the flakes bunch up in one spot, so maintaining a steady spray distance and consistent flow is the only way to keep the finish looking uniform across the panel.

Best Practices

On your Raider, you should find the identification sticker located on the driver's side door jamb or the edge of the door itself. Before you dab or spray Mitsubishi Sunburst Orange Pearl (check for code PV6), you need to shake the container for at least two minutes to ensure the pearl is fully mixed. Test the color on the included card first to see how the metallic flake sits. When you start the repair, keep the container moving at all times to prevent the pigment from pooling. Respect the drying time between thin coats; rushing a pearl finish usually leads to a dark, heavy look that won't match the rest of your truck.