COLOR CODE2R - Continental Silver MetallicHyundai Touch-Up Paint

The Look

Since your Tiburon or Elantra has likely been on the road for over a decade, you know this silver is a survivor. It served as the primary choice for the 2007 to 2011 era because it provides a sharp, industrial appearance that hides road grime remarkably well. It is not a soft or warm silver; it has a colder, machined edge that matches the aggressive styling of the Coupe and the practical lines of the Elantra Touring.

Technical Details

This is a metallic finish, which means the paint contains tiny aluminum flakes that reflect light from various angles. Metallics are excellent for hiding small surface scratches, but they can be temperamental during application. If you apply the paint too heavily in one spot, those flakes will bunch up and create dark, cloudy patches. This effect can make the repair look like a different shade even if the color is a perfect match. To prevent this, you must ensure the flakes stay suspended in the liquid so they can lay flat and uniform.

Best Practices

Before you spray or dab Hyundai Continental Silver Metallic (check for code 2R), you need to shake it for 60 seconds. You can find your official code on the manufacturing sticker located inside the driver's side door jamb. Once you are ready to work in your garage or a patch of shade, test the color on the included card to see how the flakes settle. When applying, keep the container moving to ensure the metallic particles distribute evenly across the surface. Give the paint plenty of drying time between layers to prevent the silver from sagging or shifting.