COLOR CODE6N 0 - Med. Gray Metallic (Cladding)Lexus Touch-Up Paint

The Look

Your LS400 is a survivor from the era when Lexus redefined luxury by being quieter and more composed than the competition. This gray lives on the lower plastic panels and provides the heavy contrast that made those mid-90s flagship sedans look planted and substantial. It is a workhorse color designed to ground the car and give it the classic two-tone executive posture that defined the decade.

Technical Details

This is a metallic finish, which means tiny flakes are responsible for the way the surface catches light. Because your cladding is made of plastic, it has spent decades taking hits from road debris and UV rays. Metallics can be difficult because if the flakes do not lay down in a uniform pattern, you will see dark patches or shadows. This happens if the coat is applied too heavy or if the container is not mixed well enough.

Best Practices

Work in a garage or shade to keep the surface cool while you work. Your paint information is on the driver side door jamb on the VIN plate, near the line marked C/TR. Before you spray or dab Lexus Med. Gray Metallic (Cladding) (check for code 6N 0), you need to shake it for 60 seconds. Those metallic flakes are heavy and will settle at the bottom of the container. Test the color on the included card to make sure the pigment matches your aged trim. When you start the work, keep the container moving at a steady pace to prevent the silver bits from pooling. Give each layer enough drying time so the finish sets without sagging.