[Sloan66]

I placed this on Body shop thread, just throwing it out here for more exposure, thanks

Does anyone have the formula for Sunfire Mist? I ordered a sample online using the GM code WA3240, but it is almost a candy apple, very dark red. I do not have anything to compare it to, but it does not reflect the colors I find online.

If anyone has painted it lately and has brand of paint and mixing info, would really appreciate the info!

[bdk1976]

I assume you are referring to Sunfire Red, a 1964 color?

Have you tried spraying your sample or are you just looking at it in the can? It may look different once mixed and sprayed on a surface and in various lighting conditions.

"I do not have anything to compare it to" - go on ebay and order a color chip sample sheet ($15), then you will have a baseline of what you are trying to match

[Sloan66]

Yes I sprayed a sample, should have put that in post. Here is a pic of panel.

I know I have read post where this color was recently shot, so hopefully they will chime in on code and formula. Thanks

[Sloan66]

Yes I am referring to the 1964 color, appreciate the help

[Cammer-6]

Sometimes its hard to match colors with small chips.
Does this sprayout not show the color correctly?
High metallic s can change with air pressure,techniques etc.
I like that color!

[Sloan66]

Does not match chip color, agree that chips and actual application vary. Look at this pic of GP, color is much lighter almost a copper hue. With it being a metalic different pics are affected by the light sourse.

That was why I had hoped someone had recently painted a correct match of color and could share details.

[Cammer-6]

looking at that color reminded me of my first...
1959 Pontiac in Sunset glow
looks pretty close but not same #.
Heres another 64
is this closer to what youre looking for?

[Cammer-6]

And to confuse even more heres the 59 Sunset glow color thats pretty close

[60sstuff]

Sunfire Red is a gorgeous color.

I would think it is a difficult color to duplicate.

[Tim john]

That sure is a pretty color.

Tim john---

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https://forums.maxperformanceinc.com...d.php?t=724456

[Rich-Tripower]

Sunfire Red can look different from spot to spot and depending on how the light is coming in at it. Straight on it has more of a salmon color to it, at an angle it looks much more red. It has to be really smooth to show off the color's properties the best.

[Cammer-6]

Originally Posted by Rich-Tripower

Sunfire Red can look different from spot to spot and depending on how the light is coming in at it. Straight on it has more of a salmon color to it, at an angle it looks much more red. It has to be really smooth to show off the color's properties the best.

thats one beautiful 64

[Rich-Tripower]

Originally Posted by Cammer-6

thats one beautiful 64

Goes good too. All numbers matching, family has owned it since 1970.

[tempest1964]

I don't know if the original question was answered, but here is a reference chart:

[Sloan66]

Thanks tempest1964, my sample was ordered based off the GM code, but clearly is not close to the pics or descriptions below.

Appreciate everyone’s pics, love this color. The reason I am seeking details from someone who has recently painted this color is I have an 71 C10 that I want to paint this color. May be blasphemy to the purest, but believe it will look stunning on the old truck.


So if someone has done a recent paint job would really appreciate specific details on paint used.

[Scarebird]

I would agree; that color would look correct to 99.8% of viewers.

With Cameo white stock rims and caps that would be stunning.