Chevrolet Graphite Metallic PPG 947423 (WA480C) Touch Up Paint

The Look

Your 2019 Traverse carries a color that didn't stick around for long, making it a bit of a rarity on the road. This shade is a heavy, industrial gray that sits right in the sweet spot between a standard silver and a deep charcoal. It gives the vehicle a grounded, substantial feel that hides road salt and dust better than almost any other finish in the Chevy lineup. Since your car has been out in the world for a few years, the original finish has likely faced its fair share of UV exposure, so expect the new paint to look a touch darker until it fully cures and settles.

Technical Details

This is a true metallic finish, which means it relies on thousands of microscopic flakes to catch the light. The biggest risk when you are working in your garage or in the shade is mottling-those dark, cloudy patches that happen when the flakes don't lay down flat. If you apply the paint too heavily or hold your hand still for even a second, those flakes will bunch together and create a blotchy look. To get that factory-correct shimmer, you need to ensure those metallic particles stay suspended and spread out evenly across the repair area.

Best Practices

You can find your paint information on the silver Service Parts Identification sticker located inside your glove box; look for the "BC/CC" line at the bottom. Before you spray or dab Chevrolet Graphite Metallic PPG 947423 (check for code WA480C), you need to shake it for 60 seconds to properly mix those heavy metallic flakes. Always test the color on the included card to verify the shade before touching your car. When applying, keep the container moving and use light, overlapping passes rather than one thick coat. Give it plenty of drying time between layers to prevent the paint from sagging or trapping the flakes in a dark clump.