Chevrolet Champagne Silver Metallic (WA102V/GWT) Touch Up Paint

The Look

This shade isn't your average rental-car silver. It is a warm, champagne-infused metallic that defined a major era for the Cruze, Equinox, Malibu, and Sonic. It became a favorite because it balances the brightness of a traditional silver with a hint of beige, making it incredibly forgiving if you haven't washed your car in a few weeks. Since your Chevy has likely been on the road for several years, you will notice that this color holds its depth well against the sun, though the subtle gold tones can shift and change depending on the time of day.

Technical Details

This is a true metallic finish. It relies on a dense field of tiny flakes to create that signature glow. Because of those flakes, you have to be mindful of how the paint settles during application. If the flakes do not lay flat or if they cluster together, you might see mottling, which looks like dark clouds or uneven shadows on the surface. It matters because a metallic repair is not just about matching the pigment; it is about matching the way the light hits those particles.

Best Practices

Before you spray or dab Chevrolet Champagne Silver Metallic (check for code WA102V/GWT), you need to shake it for 60 seconds. You can usually find this code on the silver Service Parts sticker inside your glove box or on the driver's door jamb. Since the metallic flakes are heavy and settle at the bottom of the container, thorough mixing is the only way to avoid a color mismatch. Test the color on the included card to verify the tone before you touch the car. When you start, keep the container moving to ensure the flakes distribute evenly across the repair. Give each layer plenty of drying time so the metallic particles set firmly in place.