COLOR CODEB8947K - Medium Brilliant Red - EffectFleet Touch-Up Paint

The Look

This red served as the primary signature for commercial vehicles from the mid-sixties through the turn of the millennium. Since your vehicle has likely seen decades of service on the road, you are dealing with a color that defined the professional look of heavy-duty trucks and vans. It provides a high-visibility finish that was standard for basecoat models across the fleet range for over thirty years.

Technical Details

Because this is an "Effect" finish, it contains metallic particles designed to catch the light. This adds depth to the pigment, but it also means your repair is more sensitive than a simple solid red. If the metallic flakes settle or clump together, you will notice dark patches or uneven stripes in the final result. Red pigments are also notorious for fading after years of sun exposure in the driveway or on the job site, so expect the new paint to look more saturated than your weathered panels.

Best Practices

Before you spray or dab Fleet Medium Brilliant Red - Effect (check for code B8947K), you need to shake it for 60 seconds. You can usually find your specific paint code on the service sticker located inside the glove box or on the driver-side door jamb. To prevent the metallic flakes from bunching up, keep the container moving in steady, overlapping passes. Always test the color on the included card to check the metallic distribution before you apply it to the vehicle. Work in the shade to ensure even drying time and avoid trapping heat in the fresh layer.