COLOR CODEH89/PSN - Corse Gray MetallicEagle Touch-Up Paint

The Look

This color is a bit of a ghost in the automotive world, appearing only in 1993 before the Eagle brand faded into history. It was the "sophisticated" choice for the Eagle Summit and the sporty Talon, offering a professional, mid-tone gray that feels much more expensive than the economy cars it often covered. Since your vehicle has lived through three decades of sun and road debris, the original finish has likely shifted slightly, but this shade remains one of the best at masking fine scratches and daily road grime.

Technical Details

Because this is a true metallic finish, you are dealing with tiny flakes of aluminum suspended in the pigment. These flakes are heavy and love to settle at the bottom of the container, which can lead to a patchy or "mottled" look if they aren't distributed evenly. If you apply the paint too heavily in one spot, the metallic particles will bunch up and make the repair look darker than the surrounding panel. Keeping your layers thin is the secret to making those flakes lay flat and catch the light correctly.

Best Practices

You will usually find your paint code on a silver or black sticker located on the driver's side door jamb or tucked away on the firewall inside the engine compartment. Before you start the repair, you must shake the container vigorously for at least two full minutes to wake up those dormant metallic flakes. Before you spray or dab Eagle Corse Gray Metallic (check for code H89/PSN), you need to test the color on the included card to ensure the shade matches your weathered finish. When applying, keep the container moving at a steady pace to prevent the paint from pooling, and allow plenty of drying time between light coats to build up the depth.