Mocha Bronze Metallic (76/WA518Q) Touch-Up Paint for Chevrolet

The Look

You are dealing with a color that brings a heavy dose of sophistication to the 2008 through 2013 Chevrolet lineup. While it was common on the workhorse Impala, seeing it on a Camaro or a Sonic changes the personality of those cars entirely. It is a warm, earthy brown that looks expensive under direct sunlight. Because it sits in that mid-tone bronze family, it is one of the best colors for hiding road grime and dust. If your car has been on the road for a decade, this shade has likely held its dignity better than the standard silvers or blacks of the same era.

Technical Details

This is a true metallic finish. The depth you see comes from thousands of tiny flakes suspended in the pigment. This creates a specific challenge for your repair. If those flakes do not settle evenly, the patch will look darker or lighter than the rest of the panel. This often happens because the metallic particles clump together or sink to the bottom of the container. Before you spray or dab Chevrolet Mocha Bronze Metallic (check for code 76/WA518Q), you need to shake the container for at least sixty seconds. This ensures the bronze flakes are floating freely so they lay flat on your car.

Best Practices

Start by verifying your code on the Service Parts Identification sticker. For an Impala, look inside the glove box or under the trunk lid. If you drive a Sonic, check the spare tire wheel well. Once you have the right match, test the color on the included card before touching the car. When you are ready to apply the paint in your garage or a patch of shade, keep the container moving to avoid heavy buildup in one spot. Use thin layers and allow plenty of drying time between them. Building the color slowly prevents the metallic flakes from "mottling" or creating uneven stripes, which is the only way to get that factory-correct bronze glow back.