Chevrolet Yellow (WA9881/35U) Touch Up Paint

The Look

This color captures the high-energy, quirky spirit of the early nineties. Since your Geo Metro or Tracker has likely seen plenty of sun since 1991, this shade serves as a time capsule of that era's bold aesthetic. It is a bright, high-visibility tone that was designed to make these compact cruisers stand out in a parking lot. Because your vehicle has lived a long life on the road, the original finish might have faded slightly, so focus on blending your repair into the surrounding panels to account for three decades of weather.

Technical Details

You are working with a solid finish. Unlike metallic paints that rely on tiny flakes to catch the light, this pigment is straightforward and uniform. The benefit is that you do not have to worry about the color looking different from different angles or dealing with metallic mottling. However, solid yellows are notorious for having low opacity. This means the underlying primer or the dark scratch you are trying to hide might show through the first layer. Plan on applying several thin, even coats rather than trying to cover the damage in one heavy pass.

Best Practices

Before you spray or dab Chevrolet Yellow (check for code WA9881/35U), you need to shake the container for at least sixty seconds to ensure the heavy yellow pigments are fully suspended. You can usually find your paint code on the Service Parts Identification sticker located inside the glove box or on the driver's side door jamb. Always work in a cool garage or the shade to prevent the paint from drying too fast. Test the color on the included card first to see how many layers you need for full coverage. Whether you are using a nozzle or a brush, keep the container moving to avoid drips and wait for the proper drying time between each thin layer.