COLOR CODEC50 - Chestnut MetallicNissan Touch-Up Paint

The Look

This earthy, bronze-leaning brown was a short-lived choice for the Nissan Quest during the mid-2000s. It reflects the design trends of that era, moving away from the bland grays of the nineties toward a warmer, more organic palette. Since your Quest has likely been on the road for over fifteen years, the original finish has weathered its fair share of grocery runs and family trips. This color hides road grime well, but because it relies on deep brown tones, any deep scratches tend to stand out against the metallic base.

Technical Details

This is a true metallic finish, which means it contains tiny flakes designed to catch the light. These particles are what give the paint its depth, but they also make the repair a bit more technical. If you apply the paint too heavily in one spot, the metallic flakes will sink and bunch together, creating dark, blotchy patches called mottling. To avoid this, you should focus on building the color through several thin layers rather than trying to cover the damage in one go.

Best Practices

You can find your identification plate on the driver's side door jamb, which will confirm your color match. Before you dab or spray Nissan Chestnut Metallic (check for code C50), you must shake the container for at least sixty seconds to wake up those heavy metallic flakes. Test the color on the included card to see how the flakes settle before touching the car. Work in the garage or the shade to ensure the metal surface isn't hot to the touch. Keep the container moving at a steady pace and allow plenty of drying time between layers to ensure the finish remains even and the flakes stay suspended.