COLOR CODE754/U102 - New Medium Brown MetallicIsuzu Touch-Up Paint

The Look

This is an old-school, rugged earth tone that perfectly captured the early 90s shift toward "outdoor luxury" for the second-generation Trooper. While most SUVs from this era were destined for the mall, this color feels like it belongs on a muddy trail in the Pacific Northwest. Since your Trooper has likely been facing the elements for over thirty years, the original finish might have a slight haze, but this specific brown is excellent at hiding the fine scratches and trail rash that come with high-mileage ownership. It is a deep, honest shade that makes the boxy lines of your Isuzu look purposeful rather than dated.

Technical Details

This finish is a traditional metallic, meaning it relies on tiny flakes to give the paint its depth and character. Metallics are notorious for "mottling," which is just a fancy way of saying the flakes can bunch up and create dark spots or tiger stripes if you apply it too heavily in one spot. Before you spray or dab Isuzu New Medium Brown Metallic (check for code 754/U102), you need to shake it for 60 seconds. This is non-negotiable because those metallic flakes sink to the bottom of the container faster than you'd think. If you don't mix them thoroughly, the color will look dull or mismatched.

Best Practices

To find your code and confirm the match, look for the metal manufacturer plate on the firewall inside the engine bay; the code is usually listed next to the "Color" or "Paint" designation. Before you start the repair, test the color on the included card to ensure the shade matches your weathered finish. When you are ready to work, move your project into a ventilated garage or a patch of shade to keep the surface cool. Use thin, even layers rather than one thick coat. If you are using a can, keep the container moving at a steady pace to prevent the flakes from puddling. Allow plenty of drying time between layers to let the metallic particles settle into place for a consistent, factory-style look.