GMC Edible Berries Metallic (WA409B/410B//GJ3) Touch Up Paint

The Look

This is one of those colors that makes people stop and squint. Appearing only for the 2017 model year, it gave the GMC Acadia and Sierra a sophisticated, dark-fruit depth that almost looks black until the light hits it. If you are driving a Canyon or a Savana in this shade, you have a rare bird on your hands. It carries a heavy berry undertone that shifts between a bruised purple and a deep mahogany. Because it was such a short-lived option, keeping your finish intact is vital for the resale value of these specific models.

Technical Details

The finish on your vehicle is a true metallic, which means it relies on tiny flakes to create that signature depth. These flakes are heavy, and they love to sink to the bottom of the container. If you don't get them suspended properly, the repair will look like a flat, dark smudge instead of a matching berry glow. You also have to be careful about mottling-those ugly dark stripes that happen when the metallic flakes bunch up. This occurs if you apply the paint too thick or hold your tool too close to the surface, which causes the flakes to stand on end rather than lying flat to reflect the light.

Best Practices

Before you spray or dab GMC Edible Berries Metallic (check for code WA409B/410B//GJ3), you need to shake the container for a full two minutes. You can find this code on the silver Service Parts sticker inside your glove box, though for Savana owners, it might be hiding under the driver's seat. Work in a cool garage to prevent the paint from drying mid-air. Test the color on the included card to make sure the flake density looks right before you touch the vehicle. When you start, keep the container moving in steady passes and use light layers. Giving the paint enough drying time between these layers ensures the color builds evenly without the metallics clumping together.