Chevrolet Gray (matt) (WA598F) Touch Up Paint

The Look

This color is the quiet workhorse of the Chevy lineup from the early 2010s. Whether it is highlighting the trim on your Sonic or defining the accents on your Malibu, this shade provides a sophisticated, low-sheen contrast that grounds the vehicle. It is not a flashy primary color designed to turn heads at a distance, but rather a functional finish that hides road grime and small scuffs remarkably well. Because your Cruze or Orlando has likely spent years battling the elements, you will find that this gray integrates into the existing trim with a factory-correct, understated maturity that brighter silvers simply cannot match.

Technical Details

While the name says matte, this finish often carries an anthracite metallic undertone that gives it a subtle depth under direct light. This presents a specific challenge: if you apply the paint too heavily in one spot, the metallic particles can cluster together and create dark patches or stripes. Because the finish is designed to be flat, any variation in how you apply the paint will change the way light hits it. Applying it too thick will actually make the surface look shiny or greasy rather than flat. Your goal is a uniform, thin application that preserves that original non-reflective texture.

Best Practices

Before you spray or dab Chevrolet Gray (matt) (check for code WA598F), you need to shake it for 60 seconds to ensure the metallic flakes and flattening agents are perfectly mixed. You can usually find this code on the service sticker located inside your glove box or on the floor of the trunk near the spare tire. To ensure the texture is right, test the color on the included card before moving to the car. Work in a cool garage or the shade, as direct sun will make the paint dry too fast and ruin the matte effect. Keep the container moving at all times and use several thin layers rather than one heavy one, allowing plenty of drying time between each pass.