COLOR CODESYY - YellowHyundai Touch-Up Paint

The Look

Your car wears one of the most high-energy shades to ever hit the road. Primarily seen on the first-generation Veloster and the Accent, this color was famously nicknamed 26.2 Yellow in marketing campaigns to celebrate the spirit of a marathon. It is an unapologetic, high-visibility shade that was designed to make your vehicle the focal point of any parking lot. Since your car has likely been out in the elements for several years, you are probably noticing that this bright pigment catches every road stone and chip with ease.

Technical Details

This is a solid finish, which means it lacks the metallic flakes or pearl shifts found in many other modern paints. While a solid color is generally easier to match because you do not have to worry about flake orientation, yellow pigments are notoriously thin. They do not have the heavy "hide" or covering power of a white or black paint. If you are covering a dark scratch or a primer spot, the yellow may appear slightly green or dull until you build up enough material. You will need to use multiple thin layers to reach the full, vibrant saturation that makes this shade iconic.

Best Practices

You can confirm your color by looking at the manufacturing sticker located on the driver's side door jamb; the code is typically found in the top right corner of that decal. Before you spray or dab Hyundai Yellow (check for code SYY), you need to shake it for 60 seconds. This is vital for solid colors to ensure the yellow pigments are fully suspended and consistent. Always test the color on the included card before you move to the actual vehicle. When you are ready to apply the paint in your garage or a patch of shade, keep the container moving and allow ample drying time between each light coat to prevent the paint from sagging or running.