Suzuki Sidekick Touch Up Paint (19 OEM Colors)

The Color Breakdown

Suzuki didn't just build a compact SUV; they built a rolling 90s time capsule. With 20 recorded colors, they really went for it. Whether you're rocking the electric Blue Magenta Metallic, the forest-ready British Green Pearl, or the undeniably bold Envision Green Metallic, the Sidekick was designed to stand out. Even the "subtle" choices like Subtle Gr. Gray Metallic have a bit of that era's sparkle. If you have the Two-Tone finish, you're basically a local legend in the world of vintage 4x4s.

What to Watch For

Before you start, you need to find your "recipe." Pop the hood and look at the center of the firewall (the metal wall behind the engine) for a small metal plate. If it's not there, check inside the glove box-Suzuki liked to hide the codes in there too. As for the paint itself, these old adventurers are prone to "sunburn." The clear coat on the hood and roof tends to flake off after decades in the sun, and the bright colors like Victory Red can lose their punch over time. Also, keep a close eye on the plastic cladding; those Keen Gold or silver trim pieces often take the brunt of road debris, leading to small chips that can eventually lead to peeling if they aren't nipped in the bud.

Driveway Repair Tip

Since so many Sidekick colors are metallics or pearls-looking at you, Radiant Red Pearl-your biggest job is "waking up" the paint. Those tiny sparkles settle at the bottom of the bottle or can. Shake your touch-up pen for a full two minutes (play a song, it helps!) to ensure the metallic flakes are evenly mixed. When applying, think "thin and patient." Instead of filling a chip with one big glob, apply a tiny drop, let it dry for 20 minutes, and add another. For those complex two-tone setups, matching the cladding requires a little extra patience, but building up light layers will give you a much cleaner look than trying to rush the job in one go.