Acura NSX Paint Info
The Color Breakdown
Acura treated the NSX like the rolling piece of art it is, recording a total of 25 colors over its lifetime. They really went for it with the palette, moving from the understated class of Monaco Blue Pearl and Berlina Black to the "look-at-me" brilliance of Thermal Orange Tricoat and Indy Yellow Pearl. Whether you're driving a first-gen classic or a modern hybrid masterpiece, you aren't just driving a car; you're driving a specific vibe.
What to Watch For
The NSX is a precision machine, but its skin is surprisingly sensitive. This paint is notoriously "soft," meaning it looks spectacular but picks up rock chips and surface scratches if you so much as sneeze near it. On older models, keep a close eye on the roof, trunk, and door handles; because of the aluminum body, you might see tiny bubbles or "flaking" if moisture finds a way under the clear coat. To find your specific match, look for a silver or white sticker on the driver's side door jamb. It usually starts with "NH" or "B," and that little code is the key to your success.
Driveway Repair Tip
Since so many NSX shades are pearls or high-end tricoats, your touch-up bottle is basically a tiny chemistry set. Shake that bottle for at least 60 seconds-longer than you think you need-to wake up those metallic flakes and ensure the "sparkle" is evenly distributed. When applying, think "thin and patient." Instead of one big glob to fill a chip, apply two or three paper-thin layers, letting it dry for 15 minutes between each. This requires patience, but it's the difference between a repair that disappears and one that looks like a high-speed bug hit your car.