COLOR CODEHD - Bright Blue MetallicHyundai Touch-Up Paint

The Look

This color represents the energetic early nineties when your Hyundai first hit the pavement. Whether it's on a Scoupe or an Excel, this shade was designed to stand out in a parking lot full of muted grays. Since your car has likely seen three decades of sun and weather, the existing finish might look a bit different than it did in the showroom. This is a punchy, optimistic blue that defined the first real wave of Hyundai imports, giving those classic body lines a crisp, clean appearance.

Technical Details

This is a traditional metallic finish, which means tiny flakes are suspended in the paint to catch the light. Metallics are notorious for mottling, where the flakes clump together and create dark streaks or splotches. You want to avoid this by making sure those flakes stay evenly distributed while you work. If you don't, the repaired spot might look like a different shade entirely when the sun hits it. Before you spray or dab Hyundai Bright Blue Metallic (check for code HD), you need to shake it for 60 seconds.

Best Practices

Start by finding your ID plate, which is usually located on the firewall inside the engine compartment or on the driver's door jamb. Once you are ready to begin in your garage or the shade, always test the color on the included card to see how the metallic flakes lay down. When applying, keep the container moving to prevent the paint from pooling. For the best match on an older surface, apply thin layers and allow enough drying time between each one. This helps the new material sit correctly against the aged finish without leaving a hard edge.