Dodge Sport Utility Paint Info
The Color Breakdown
Dodge certainly didn't hold back with the palette for their Sport Utility lineup, giving us 12 distinct ways to stand out in the parking lot. They really went for it with high-energy options like Garnet Red Pearl Metallic and the appropriately named Gold Dust Metallic. Whether you're rocking the sleek Radiant Silver Metallic or the deep Twilight Blue Pearl Metallic, your Dodge was designed to catch the light-and probably a few stray pebbles along the way.
What to Watch For
Now, for the reality check: Dodge paint is known for having a bit of a "sun-sensitive" personality. It's common to see the clear coat start to get a little cloudy or even begin peeling on the flat surfaces like the hood and roof if it's spent too many summers in the driveway. You might also notice tiny paint bubbles appearing near the door handles or rocker panels. Before you start, find your "secret handshake" (the paint code) on the driver's side door jamb. Look at the VIN sticker for a three-digit code-usually a mix of letters and numbers-sitting right next to the "PNT" label.
Driveway Repair Tip
Since so many of these colors, like Charcoal Pearl Metallic or Ice Blue, are packed with tiny metallic flakes, they require a bit of extra patience to look right. Before you touch the car, shake your touch-up bottle or pen for at least two full minutes-set a timer on your phone! This wakes up the heavy metallic particles that settle at the bottom. When applying, think "thin and steady." Dab the paint into the center of the chip in tiny, light layers. If you try to fill a deep chip with one giant blob, it'll look like a mountain on your hood; two or three thin coats will settle much flatter and keep those sparkles looking factory-fresh.