Genesis Black Forest Green Pearl (E5E) Touch Up Paint

The Look

If you drive a G70 or a G80 in this shade, you know the game it plays with the light. On a cloudy day or under streetlights, your car basically looks black. It is a deep, moody green that only reveals its true character when the sun hits it directly. Because it was a limited choice, specifically for the early Design Edition models, it carries a level of prestige that standard silvers or grays just cannot match. It gives your Genesis a classic, regal presence that feels more like a custom commission than a factory floor option.

Technical Details

This is a pearl finish, which means it contains translucent mica particles instead of standard metal flakes. These particles are what give the paint its incredible depth, but they also make it a bit more sensitive to how you apply it. If the particles clump together, the repair will look like a dark smudge rather than a crisp green highlight. Dark pearls like this are also notorious for showing every swirl mark and fine scratch, so your surface prep needs to be immaculate before you even think about touching the nozzle or the brush.

Best Practices

You can find your paint code on the silver or black plate located on the driver's side door pillar. Before you spray or dab Genesis Black Forest Green Pearl (check for code E5E), you need to shake the container for at least 60 seconds. The pearl pigments are heavy and like to settle at the bottom. Once mixed, test the color on the included card to ensure the shade matches your current finish. When applying, keep the container moving to ensure the mica particles lay down flat. If you are working in a garage or the shade, give the paint plenty of drying time between layers to prevent the finish from becoming hazy or soft.