COLOR CODE13U - White PearlDaewoo Touch-Up Paint

The Look

Your Leganza was the flagship of its era, carrying lines penned by Italian designers who wanted to prove that a practical sedan could still have soul. This color was the high-water mark for that ambition. It is a soft, creamy white that trades the starkness of a fleet vehicle for a deeper, more sophisticated glow. Since your car has likely spent over two decades facing the elements, you will notice the original finish has developed a warm character that sets it apart from modern, cooler whites. It is a forgiving color that hides road dust well, but it demands a clean surface to truly show off its depth.

Technical Details

This is a pearl finish, which means it relies on tiny mica particles to catch the light. Unlike a simple solid white, this paint has a translucent quality that changes as you walk around the car. The challenge with any pearl is the way those particles settle. If you apply it too heavily in one spot, the repair will look darker or more "yellow" than the rest of the panel. You are aiming for thin, even layers to build up the glow. Because the mica reflects light in specific directions, the way you move your hand determines how well the repair disappears into the original finish.

Best Practices

Locate your identification plate on the firewall under the hood or near the radiator support to ensure a match. Before you apply Daewoo White Pearl (verify code 13U on your firewall), shake the container longer than you think is necessary to get those heavy pearl particles off the bottom and into the mix. If you are working in your garage, make sure you have plenty of light coming from the side so you can see the texture as it lands. Test the color on the included card first to get a feel for the flow. When you move to the car, keep the container moving at a steady pace to avoid pooling. Give each layer ample drying time so the finish stays crisp and clear rather than muddy.