This color is compatible with the following Isuzus:

MODELS: Amigo, Impulse, Pickup, Rodeo, Stylus, Trooper

YEARS: 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997

To determine if Iron Gray Metallic is the correct color, check your vehicle's color code. It should match the paint color code, which is 849/N031.

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Once you've added custom color paint to your cart, you will need clearcoat and (depending on your damage) other non-paint products to complete your repair.

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849/N031 - Iron Gray Metallic

The Look

This color defines the peak era of Isuzu in North America. Whether it was cladding the lower half of a two-tone Rodeo or covering a 4x4 Pickup from hood to tailgate, this shade provided a rugged, industrial weight that lighter silvers couldn't match. It turned the quirky Amigo into something a bit more serious and gave the Impulse a high-tech, stealthy edge. It is a deep charcoal that thrives in the sun, though on an older truck that has lived outdoors, it often takes on a slightly flatter, more matte character. Because your Isuzu has likely seen its fair share of trails or highway miles since the nineties, expect the original finish to have a softer glow than the fresh paint you are about to apply.

Technical Details

This is a true metallic finish, which means it relies on tiny flakes to catch the light and create depth. The challenge with grays like this is the risk of mottling-those dark patches or "tiger stripes" that happen when the metallic flakes clump together instead of laying flat. If the flakes don't settle evenly, the repair will look darker from one angle and lighter from another. Before you spray or dab Isuzu Iron Gray Metallic (check for code 849/N031), you need to shake it for at least a full minute to get those heavy particles off the bottom and back into the mix.

Best Practices

You will find your paint code on the metal ID plate located on the firewall inside the engine compartment, usually near the center or the passenger side. Look for the "COLOR/TRIM" heading. To get a clean match, always test the color on the included card before touching the vehicle. If you are working in a garage or the shade, make sure the surface isn't ice-cold to the touch, as cold metal makes the paint run. Keep the container moving at all times to ensure the metallic flakes distribute evenly across the surface. Use thin, light layers rather than one heavy coat. Give it plenty of drying time between layers so the solvents can escape, which helps the metallic particles lock into place for a consistent finish.

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How to Find Your Isuzu's Color Code

Isuzu can be contacted to determine the color code. If there is no color code, the PPG or Dupont (Axalta) paint formula number may be requested. Common places to look are on the drivers door jamb, the trunk and under the hood.

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