WA518Q/GVU - Mocha Bronze Metallic Chevrolet Touch Up Paint

The Look

Your 2016 Sonic is part of a very small club. This color was a brief experiment in making a subcompact look like a luxury sedan, and it worked. It is a warm, earthy tone that carries more depth than your average brown, giving the car a grounded and mature presence. Since your car has likely been navigating traffic for nearly a decade, keep in mind that the existing finish has probably faced some sun fading. Your fresh application might look slightly richer at first, but it will settle in as it cures.

Technical Details

This is a true metallic finish, which means it is loaded with tiny aluminum or mica flakes that provide that signature shimmer. Because these flakes are heavy, they have a tendency to clump or sink if they are not kept in constant suspension. If the flakes are not distributed evenly, you will end up with dark spots or "mottling" that looks like a bruise on the car. This is especially noticeable on the curved panels of a Sonic, where the light hits the metallic particles from different angles.

Best Practices

Before you apply Chevrolet Mocha Bronze Metallic (check for code WA518Q/GVU on the silver sticker inside your glove box), you must shake the container for at least a full minute. This is non-negotiable for a metallic shade. Test the color on the included card to make sure the flake distribution looks consistent. When you move to the car in your garage or a patch of shade, keep the container moving in steady passes to ensure the flakes lay down flat. Give the paint plenty of drying time between layers; if you apply it too thick or too fast, the flakes will swim and settle into a messy, uneven pattern.