Lexus RX 450hf Touch Up Paint (17 OEM Colors)

The Color Breakdown

Lexus really went for it with the RX 450hf, recording a total of 17 different colors. While you have plenty of "50 shades of status" greys like Sonic Titanium Metallic and Mercury Gray Metallic, they also threw in some curveballs like Amber CS Effect and the show-stopping Matador Red Tricoat. Whether yours is a shimmering pearl or a deep metallic, these colors were designed to look like they're glowing under a showroom spotlight.

What to Watch For

Before you get to work, check your driver's side door jamb. You're looking for a sticker with "C/TR" followed by a three-character code (like 083 or 1J7). Lexus paint is famous for its depth, but it can be a bit sensitive. Keep an eye out for "peel spots" around the wheel arches and front bumper, as the clear coat can be a little thin in those high-impact areas. If you have Blizzard Pearl or White Nova, check the edges of the hood-those beautiful whites can sometimes be prone to chipping if they catch a stray pebble on the highway.

Driveway Repair Tip

Since so many RX 450hf colors are "Tricoats" or "Pearls," they contain tiny flakes that like to settle at the bottom of the bottle. Shake your touch-up pen or brush for a full two minutes-yes, time yourself-to wake up those sparkles. When you apply the paint, think of it like nail polish: three whisper-thin layers are much better than one big, gloopy drop. If the color doesn't look perfect on the first dab, don't worry; these deep finishes require patience to build up that factory shine.