COLOR CODEYB6/YB - Onyx Black PearlHyundai Touch-Up Paint

The Look

Onyx Black Pearl served as the flagship choice for the premium push during the height of the Genesis and Equus era. Whether it is found on those luxury sedans, the Genesis Coupe, or even the Eon, the color provides a depth that standard blacks cannot reach. It is a formal, sophisticated finish that looks like a dark mirror in the shade but reveals a hidden crystalline sparkle once you pull it out of your garage and into the sun. Since your car has likely seen a few years of highway miles, you will notice this color hides minor imperfections well, but the pearl needs to be right for a repair to disappear.

Technical Details

This is a true pearl finish, which means it relies on tiny mica flakes to create that signature shimmer. Unlike a solid black, pearl paints are sensitive to the way you apply them. If the mica is not distributed evenly, you can end up with darker or lighter patches that break the glass-like illusion. The primary risk with this color is a heavy application that drapes too much pigment over the pearls; you want to build the color gradually to maintain the factory depth.

Best Practices

Before you spray or dab Hyundai Onyx Black Pearl (check for code YB6/YB), you need to shake it for 60 seconds to wake up those settled pearls. You can find your specific code on the manufacturing sticker located on the driver's side door jamb. Always test the color on the included card before touching your car to ensure the mica density looks correct. When you begin, keep the container moving and use light, thin layers. This prevents the base from looking too flat and allows the pearls to sit evenly on the surface. Allow plenty of drying time between layers so the finish stays crisp.