COLOR CODELB - Light Blue MetallicHyundai Touch-Up Paint

The Look

This shade takes us back to the mid-eighties launch of the Excel, the car that introduced many drivers to the brand. It represents the era when economy cars started to embrace a bit of personality through icy, cool tones. If you are working on an Excel today, you are preserving a piece of automotive history. Because your car has likely weathered many seasons since 1986, the original finish may have shifted slightly from its original factory brilliance, so your main goal is to blend this fresh pigment with the aged surface of your vehicle.

Technical Details

This is a true metallic finish, which means it contains tiny flakes designed to reflect light and provide depth. These flakes are the reason the color looks different depending on the angle of the sun. However, metallics require a steady hand because the particles can settle or clump if applied too thickly. If the flakes do not lay down evenly, the repair can look darker or blotchy, a problem often called mottling. Light, controlled layers are the only way to ensure the metallic shimmer remains consistent across the repair area.

Best Practices

Before you spray or dab Hyundai Light Blue Metallic (check for code LB), you need to shake it for 60 seconds to wake up those settled metallic flakes. You can typically find your paint code plate on the firewall inside the engine bay or occasionally on the driver side door jamb. Always test the color on the included card to confirm the match and get a feel for the flow of the paint. Work in a garage or the shade to keep the surface cool, and remember to keep the container moving to prevent the paint from pooling. Give the finish plenty of drying time between each thin coat to build a durable, even surface.