This color is compatible with the following Hondas:

MODELS: Civic

YEARS: 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991

To determine if Superior Blue Metallic is the correct color, check your vehicle's color code. It should match the paint color code, which is B-47M.

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Once you've added custom color paint to your cart, you will need clearcoat and (depending on your damage) other non-paint products to complete your repair.

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B-47M - Superior Blue Metallic

The Look

This is the definitive blue of the fourth-generation Civic and CRX. It captures the balance Honda struck between economy and style in the late eighties. Since your car has been on the road for over thirty years, the original finish shows some age from the sun. Expect a fresh application to look deeper than the weathered panels around it. This color helped define the look of the EF chassis and remains a favorite for anyone restoring a classic import.

Technical Details

This is a metallic finish, which means tiny flakes live inside the liquid. Metallics can be tricky because those flakes like to cluster together. If they bunch up, you get dark spots or stripes across the repair. You must keep the container moving to ensure the particles distribute across the surface. If the paint gets too heavy in one spot, the metallics sink and create a muddy appearance that will not match the rest of the car.

Best Practices

Before you spray or dab Honda Superior Blue Metallic (check for code B-47M), you need to shake it for 60 seconds to wake up the settled metallic flakes. You can find your code on the sticker located inside the driver's side door jamb. Work in a garage or the shade to keep the surface cool. Test the color on the included card to verify the match before you begin. Use thin layers and allow for drying time between them. Keep your spray distance or brush flow consistent to avoid building up too much material at once.

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How to Find Your Honda's Color Code

Honda Color Codes are usually found on the Color ID Tag in the driver-side door jamb. It is typically a rectangular label, and the Color Code is usually 2 letters plus 3 digits with a suffix letter, such as NH731P, B92P, YR525M, or NH603P-1. Some Hondas also require the Factory Code for the closest match; check the Color ID Tag for a suffix like -1, -3, -4, or -15, or use the 11th digit of the VIN visible through the windshield on the driver-side dashboard.

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