COLOR CODE58/WA501Q - Carbon Flash MetallicPontiac Touch-Up Paint

The Look

If you drive a Solstice, G6, or Grand Prix, you know this isn't just a standard black. It was one of the final premium colors Pontiac offered before the brand bowed out, and it carries a weight that flat black simply cannot match. While it looks deep and ink-like in the shade, direct sunlight reveals a complex world of silver and blue metallic flakes. This depth is your best friend because it helps hide the light scratches and road grime that usually make dark cars a nightmare to maintain. On a performance model like the Solstice GXP, this color provides a sinister, high-end finish that feels much more expensive than a typical factory paint job.

Technical Details

This is a true metallic finish, which means the magic is all in the flake distribution. Because those tiny particles are heavier than the paint itself, they want to sink to the bottom of your container the moment you stop moving. If you apply the paint too heavily in one spot, the flakes will bunch together and create "mottling," which looks like dark, cloudy patches in your finish. To avoid this, you need to be patient. Metallic paints are built in layers; if you try to cover a deep scratch on your G6 in one go, the color will look off and the repair will stand out.

Best Practices

Before you spray or dab Pontiac Carbon Flash Metallic (check for code 58/WA501Q), you need to shake the container for at least sixty seconds to get those flakes suspended. You will likely find your code sticker inside the glove box or on the underside of the trunk lid. Once you are ready to work in your garage or a patch of shade, test the color on the included card to ensure the flake density looks right. When applying, keep the container moving and use several light passes rather than one thick layer. This gives the metallic bits room to lay flat, ensuring the repair blends into the surrounding panels. Give each layer enough drying time so the finish doesn't get soft or wavy.