I believe it's a base but I'm not putting clear on I'm going to wet sand and buff to a shine like the rest of the dar it is brown with a light gold flake in it ! I have a local auto shop that has a PPG camera and computer that makes the paint by the paint on the car ! Then they put it in a spray can I do have a little experience painting but not a lot. Just got done wet sanding and rubbed threw on a couple of spots on edges and fixed a small dent in front passenger fender up high and right behind headlight on the side , would appreciate any hint ! Because I know it is tuff to do ! thanks