COLOR CODE8798 - Grey Effect (Wheel)Pontiac Touch-Up Paint

The Look

This grey is the silent partner to the sporty aesthetic of the Pontiac G6. Since your wheels have been handling the road for over fifteen years, they likely show the wear of every curb and car wash they have encountered. This shade was designed to provide a sophisticated, industrial contrast to the body color of the car, offering a cleaner look than traditional bright silver. It does a decent job of hiding light brake dust, but its primary role is to give the wheels a crisp, factory edge that makes the whole vehicle look maintained rather than aged.

Technical Details

You are working with a metallic finish, which means the paint is packed with tiny flakes that reflect light. These flakes are what give the wheels their depth, but they also represent your biggest challenge. If the paint goes on too heavy, the metal particles will sink and cluster together, creating dark patches or stripes that ruin the uniform look. To avoid this, you must focus on your flow and keep the container moving across the surface. Metallic paints are sensitive to how they are applied, so patience with thin layers is the only way to get the shimmer to sit right.

Best Practices

Before you apply Pontiac Grey Effect (Wheel) (check for code 8798), you need to shake the container for a full minute to lift those metallic flakes from the bottom. You can usually find your paint code on the silver Service Parts Identification sticker located inside your glove box or tucked under the trunk carpet near the spare tire. Work in the shade to prevent the paint from drying too fast and becoming gritty. Test the color on the included card first to get a feel for the nozzle or brush. Once you start, apply thin coats and allow plenty of drying time so the finish builds up properly without sagging.