COLOR CODE61U/WA638R/GBD - Aqua Blue MetallicSaab Touch-Up Paint

The Look

You are working on a piece of automotive history. This specific shade was a swan song for the brand, appearing almost exclusively on the short-lived 9-4X during the final days of the factory. Because your car is one of only a few hundred ever made, the pigment has likely endured years of exposure. This deep, aquatic hue gives the SUV a modern edge, but you should expect the original finish to have matured slightly compared to a fresh batch.

Technical Details

This is a metallic finish, which means the surface relies on thousands of microscopic flakes to catch the light. If you apply the paint too heavily in one spot, these flakes will bunch together and create dark, uneven patches known as mottling. To keep the finish looking uniform, you must ensure the particles lay flat. If they clump, the repair will look like a different shade of blue entirely once you step back into the light.

Best Practices

Before you begin dabbing or spraying Saab Aqua Blue Metallic (confirm your code 61U/WA638R/GBD on the sticker inside the glove box or the driver's door jamb), you must shake the container for at least two minutes. Those metallic flakes are heavy and sink to the bottom quickly. Test the color on the included card first to see how it reacts to your specific lighting. When applying, keep the container moving to prevent the paint from pooling. Work in a cool garage or the shade to give the layers proper drying time, ensuring the metallic particles have a chance to set correctly before you apply a clear coat.