Chevrolet Poly Silver (92U/WA246L) Touch Up Paint

The Look

This is the quintessential workhorse of the mid-2000s Chevrolet lineup. Whether it was on the compact Aveo or the practical Optra, this color was chosen because it excels at the daily grind. It is a mid-tone silver that manages to hide road salt, light dust, and those pesky water spots better than almost any other shade in the catalog. It does not demand constant washing to look presentable, making it a favorite for drivers who value utility. While it might not have the flash of a sports car red, it provides a clean, professional appearance that has aged remarkably well on the Matiz and Epica.

Technical Details

This finish is a true metallic, which means it relies on tiny flakes suspended in the paint to catch the light. Because of these flakes, you have to be careful during application. If you apply the paint too heavily in one spot, the metallic particles will clump together and create dark, cloudy patches known as mottling. This happens because the flakes cannot lay flat when the paint is too thick. To avoid this, focus on light, even layers rather than trying to cover the damage in one pass. Since your car has likely been on the road since at least 2011, the original finish might have shifted slightly due to sun exposure, so thin layers will also help you blend the new paint into the old.

Best Practices

Before you spray or dab Chevrolet Poly Silver (check for code 92U/WA246L), you need to shake the container for a full sixty seconds to ensure those metallic flakes are evenly distributed. You can usually find your identification sticker inside the glove box or on the driver's door jamb, though some models tucked it onto the radiator support under the hood. Always test the color on the included card to see how the metallic particles settle before moving to the car. Whether you are using a nozzle or a brush, keep the container moving to ensure the flow remains consistent. Work in a cool garage or the shade to prevent the paint from drying too fast, and allow plenty of drying time between your light layers to achieve a flat, factory-style finish.