COLOR CODENH-75M - Stout Silver Metallic (Wheel)Honda Touch-Up Paint

The Look

Stout Silver is the quiet hero of the 1988 Honda lineup. While the car bodies often featured vibrant reds or deep blues, this specific silver was reserved for the wheels of the Accord, Civic, and Prelude. It is a clean, industrial silver that gives late-eighties alloys a refined, factory look. Since your Honda has likely spent decades on the road, this paint is the right choice for hiding those inevitable curb marks and restoring the sharp contrast between the tire and the rim.

Technical Details

This is a metallic finish, which means it contains tiny aluminum flakes to create its shimmer. Before you spray or dab Honda Stout Silver Metallic (Wheel) (check for code NH-75M), you need to shake the container vigorously for at least a full minute. If those flakes are not mixed, the silver will look dull or patchy. Metallics are also prone to mottling, where the flakes group together and create dark streaks or uneven shadows. This happens if the paint goes on too heavy, so use light layers to let the finish build up.

Best Practices

You can find your primary paint code on a sticker inside the driver's door jamb, though wheel codes are often verified through parts catalogs or the VIN. Work in your garage or a patch of shade to keep the metal from getting too hot, as heat will make the paint dry too fast and ruin the flake alignment. Test the color on the included card to confirm the match before you touch the wheel. Whether you use a brush or a nozzle, keep the container moving to ensure the metallic flakes lay down flat. Give each layer enough drying time to prevent the paint from sagging or running.