COLOR CODES31 - Summit Silver MetallicHummer Touch-Up Paint

The Look

This shade captures the moment the H1 moved from the battlefield to the high-end driveway. It is a cool, industrial silver that makes the massive aluminum body panels look like they were machined from a single block of ore. Because your vehicle has likely spent the last two decades braving the elements, the original paint might have lost some of its factory luster or shifted in tone. This silver is a rare find on the H1 and remains one of the most practical choices for hiding the dust and light scratches that come with off-road use, though it requires a steady hand to match the aged patina of an older truck.

Technical Details

This is a true metallic finish, which means it relies on tiny flakes to catch the light. These flakes are heavy and settle at the bottom of the container, so if you skip the prep work, the finish will look like flat gray mud instead of metal. Silver is a high-stakes color because of mottling-those dark, cloudy patches that appear when the flakes bunch together. If the paint goes on too wet or the layers are inconsistent, the metal particles will not sit flat. You need a uniform application to ensure the light reflects the same way across those wide, flat panels.

Best Practices

Before you spray or dab Hummer Summit Silver Metallic (check for code S31), you need to shake the container for a full minute to wake up those metallic particles. You can find your paint code on the silver identification sticker located inside the driver's door jamb or on the lower sail panel. To get a professional result, always work in a garage or the shade to prevent the sun from drying the paint before it has a chance to level out. Test the color on the included card first to see how the flakes lay down. Whether you are using a nozzle or a brush, keep the container moving to prevent the paint from pooling. Give the surface plenty of drying time before you decide if it needs another layer.