Chevrolet Sandalwood Pri Metallic (58/WA711J) Touch Up Paint

The Look

This color is a hallmark of the mid-2000s Chevrolet lineup. Whether it is on a rugged Suburban or a trusty Express van, this shade acts as a warm, sandy tan that was designed specifically to hide road dust and desert grime. It is a practical choice that looks sophisticated without trying too hard. Since your vehicle has likely been on the road for a decade or more, the original finish might have matured into a slightly different tone than the day it left the factory.

Technical Details

This is a metallic finish, which means it relies on tiny flakes to reflect light. These flakes are the reason your paint has that characteristic depth, but they also represent your biggest challenge during a repair. If the flakes do not settle evenly, the repair can look darker or lighter than the surrounding panel. This effect happens if the paint is applied too heavily in one spot. Before you spray or dab Chevrolet Sandalwood Pri Metallic (check for code 58/WA711J), you need to shake it for 60 seconds to ensure those flakes are fully suspended in the liquid.

Best Practices

You can find your paint code on the service sticker located inside your glove box or on the door jamb. Once you have confirmed the match, test the color on the included card to see how it looks once it is dry. When you are ready to work on the car, choose a spot in your garage or a patch of shade away from direct wind. To keep the metallic flakes from bunching up and creating dark spots, keep the container moving with steady, even strokes. Allow plenty of drying time between thin layers rather than trying to cover the damage in one heavy pass.