Hyundai Elantra Touch Up Paint (186 OEM Colors)

The Color Breakdown

Hyundai didn't just pick a few shades for the Elantra; they went through a full-blown artistic phase. With 180 recorded colors, they've given us everything from the sophisticated Chai Bronze Metallic and Amethyst Mauve to the "I'm definitely going to get a speeding ticket" Rio Tomato Pearl and Lava Orange. Whether your car is wrapped in the classic Noble White or the moody Abyss Black Pearl, Hyundai clearly believes that a commuter car shouldn't have to be boring.

What to Watch For

Now, let's be real: Hyundai paint has a bit of a reputation for being "adventurous"-as in, it occasionally likes to go on a solo career and peel away from the car. If you own a white, silver, or blue Elantra, you might notice the paint flaking off in "carpets" on the roof, hood, or around those high-traffic door handles. Before you start your repair, you need your secret weapon: the paint code. You'll find it on a sticker inside the driver's side door jamb. Look for a 2 or 3-digit code (like "PR2" or "T4") next to the word "PAINT."

Driveway Repair Tip

Since so many of these colors-like Shimmering Silver or Lakeside Blue-are packed with metallic flakes and pearls, they require a little extra rhythm. Before you touch that chip, shake your touch-up bottle or spray can for at least 60 seconds longer than you think is necessary. This "wakes up" the metallic particles so they don't all sink to the bottom. When applying, think "thin and patient." Two or three light coats will look like a professional repair, whereas one giant glob will look like a literal drop of nail polish. Give each layer 10 minutes to breathe, and you'll have that Elantra looking sharp again in no time.