COLOR CODE5J - Superior Red PearlHyundai Touch-Up Paint

The Look

This color was the high-water mark for Hyundai's move into the premium SUV market. If you own a Veracruz or a Santa Fe from the late 2000s, you know this shade is not a bright, fire-engine red. It is a deep, sophisticated maroon that leans into a wine-colored territory. It gave those larger vehicles a sense of weight and luxury that the flatter colors simply couldn't match. Because your car has likely spent over a decade facing the sun, the original finish might have mellowed, but the richness of the pigment usually holds up well against the elements.

Technical Details

This is a true pearl finish, which is both a blessing and a curse for a quick fix. Pearl paints contain translucent mica flakes that allow light to pass through and reflect off different layers. This creates that beautiful shift in tone when the sun hits your fender, but it means the color is sensitive to how much you apply. If you overlap too heavily in one spot, the repair will look darker and muddier than the factory finish. Before you spray or dab Hyundai Superior Red Pearl (check for code 5J), you need to shake it for 60 seconds to ensure those mica flakes are evenly distributed through the liquid.

Best Practices

You will find your paint code on a silver or black sticker located inside the driver's side door jamb. Once you have the right match, remember that patience is the only way to handle a pearl. Test the color on the included card first to get a feel for the depth. When you move to the car, apply the paint in thin, light passes rather than trying to hide the scratch in one go. Keep the container moving to avoid puddles, and allow plenty of drying time between each layer. If you are using a pen or brush, use light touches to build the color until it sits level with the surrounding area.