COLOR CODE317 - Bottle GreenFiat Touch-Up Paint

The Look

This shade is a bridge between the vintage Fiats of the seventies and the modern 500X parked in your driveway. It is a deep, forest-toned green that gives your car a grounded and sophisticated personality. Since your car has likely spent years out in the elements, you will find this color is quite forgiving with road grime, though it will show off every bit of depth after a fresh wash. It provides a much warmer, more organic feel than a standard black or grey.

Technical Details

The fact that this is a solid finish works in your favor. Because there are no metallic flakes or pearls hidden in the mix, you do not have to worry about the way the light hits the repair from different angles. The challenge with a deep pigment like this is achieving proper depth. If you apply the paint in thin, translucent layers, the repair might look weak compared to the original factory finish. You want to build the color in layers until it matches the rich, opaque look of the surrounding panels.

Best Practices

Before you spray or dab Fiat Bottle Green (check for code 317), you need to shake it for 60 seconds to ensure the pigments are well mixed. You can typically find your color ID on a silver sticker located on the underside of the hood or along the edge of the rear trunk lid. Always test the color on the included card before you touch the car to ensure the shade matches your current finish. Whether you are using a nozzle or a brush, keep the container moving to prevent the paint from pooling in one spot. Give each layer plenty of drying time to ensure the repair stays flat and smooth in the shade of your garage.