Chevrolet Bermuda Blue Metallic (26/WA214M) Touch Up Paint

The Look

This is one of the more elusive "chameleon" colors from the mid-2000s GM lineup. It made waves on the final production years of the SSR and added a premium, custom-shop feel to the Tahoe, Suburban, and Avalanche. Depending on how the sun hits your vehicle, the finish shifts from a vibrant tropical teal to a deep, moody navy. Because your vehicle has likely been on the road since 2007, the original clear coat has probably seen some UV wear, which can make the teal highlights pop even more against the darker shadows of the body lines.

Technical Details

This finish is a complex metallic that leans heavily into its pearl-like properties. While it provides a deep, three-dimensional glow, it is prone to mottling. Mottling happens when the metallic flakes bunch together in "islands" or stripes, making the repair look darker or cloudier than the surrounding panels. This is usually caused by applying the paint too heavily in one pass or holding your hand too still. To keep the finish uniform, you want the metallic particles to lay flat and even across the surface rather than sinking into a thick, wet layer.

Best Practices

To ensure an accurate match, look for the Service Parts Identification label located inside your glove box; that is where GM tucked the code for these models. Before you spray or dab Chevrolet Bermuda Blue Metallic (check for code 26/WA214M), you need to shake it for 60 seconds. The heavy metallic flakes in this mix love to settle at the bottom, and if they aren't fully suspended, your repair will look too dark and "thin." Test the color on the included card before you move to the vehicle to see how the light shifts across the flakes. When you are ready to work in your garage or the shade, keep the container moving at a steady pace and use light, overlapping layers. This prevents the metallic from pooling and ensures the blue-to-green transition looks factory-correct.