COLOR CODE67U/WA994L - Light Tarnished Silver MetallicSaab Touch-Up Paint

The Look

This color is a quintessential relic of the mid-2000s GM era, appearing on everything from the sleek 9-3 to the rugged 9-7X SUV. It is not your typical cold, sterile silver. The "tarnished" element gives it a warmer, slightly champagne undertone that feels more sophisticated than a standard rental car grey. Since your Saab has likely been on the road for nearly twenty years, you will appreciate that this specific shade is a champion at hiding road salt and light dust. It ages gracefully, maintaining its character even when the clear coat starts to show its years.

Technical Details

You are working with a metallic finish, which means the paint is loaded with tiny aluminum flakes designed to catch the light. The challenge with these flakes is avoiding mottling, which looks like dark, cloudy streaks in the finish. If you apply the paint too heavily in one spot, the flakes will swim and bunch together instead of laying flat. Because the metallic content is high, the repair might look a little brighter than your original panels at first. This happens because the sun has had two decades to slightly dull the factory finish, while your new paint is fresh and highly reflective.

Best Practices

Before you spray or dab Saab Light Tarnished Silver Metallic (check for code 67U/WA994L), you need to shake it for 60 seconds to get those heavy metallic flakes off the bottom. You can usually find your code on the driver's side door pillar, though on the 9-7X, you should check the glovebox sticker. To get an even look, keep the container moving at all times to ensure the flakes distribute evenly across the surface. Test the color on the included card first to get a feel for the flow of the nozzle or brush. Make sure you work in a garage or the shade, and give the paint plenty of drying time between thin layers to prevent the silver from sagging.