COLOR CODEEE/M6381 - Medium Currant Red MetallicFord Touch-Up Paint

The Look

This is a quintessential mid-nineties shade that perfectly captures the era when Ford was moving toward softer, more organic shapes. It appeared briefly in 1994, offering a sophisticated alternative to the brighter reds seen on sports cars of the time. It is a deep, wine-adjacent color that gives your truck or sedan a heavy, premium feel. Since your vehicle has been on the road for three decades, the original finish has likely developed a deep character from the sun and weather, making this a very rewarding color to touch up.

Technical Details

This finish is a true metallic, meaning it is packed with tiny flakes that provide its depth and shimmer. The challenge with any metallic from this era is ensuring those flakes lay down evenly. If you apply the paint too heavily in one spot, the flakes can bunch together, leading to a blotchy or mottled look that ruins the illusion of a single, smooth surface. Because the red pigment itself is quite dark, any unevenness in the flake distribution will be noticeable, so your goal is to achieve a consistent, even layer that allows the light to bounce back uniformly.

Best Practices

You will find your color code on the driver's side door jamb, usually listed right next to the "EXT PNT" label. Before you spray or dab Ford Medium Currant Red Metallic (check for code EE/M6381), you need to shake it for 60 seconds. This step is vital because the metallic particles are heavier than the red pigment and will settle at the bottom of the container. Test the color on the included card first to see how it interacts with your car's specific level of aging. As you work, keep the container moving to ensure a steady flow and prevent the paint from pooling. Work in the shade, and allow plenty of drying time between layers to build up the color without creating a mess.