Honda Dark Amethyst Pearl (PB-74P) Touch Up Paint

The Look

This color is a mood ring for your car. It defines that mid-90s era where your Civic could look like a professional black sedan in the shade and then explode into a deep, regal violet the second it hits high noon. It is not a loud, neon purple; it is a sophisticated, moody shade that hides its true identity until the light is just right. If your car has been on the road since the nineties, the original finish has likely deepened or faded slightly, making it look even more mysterious.

Technical Details

This is a true pearl finish, which means it relies on tiny mica particles to catch and bend light. This gives Honda Dark Amethyst Pearl (check for code PB-74P) its signature depth, but it also means the finish is sensitive to how you apply it. Pearl paints are prone to mottling-those annoying dark spots or streaks-if the mica isn't distributed evenly. This happens when the paint stays too wet for too long or if the mica clunps together, so you have to be mindful of how the layers sit as they dry.

Best Practices

To find your confirmation sticker, look inside the driver's side door jamb; it is usually a white or silver label near the latch. Because the heavy pearl particles like to sink to the bottom of the container, you must shake it for at least 60 seconds before you start. Always test the color on the included card to ensure the violet pop matches your current paint. When you begin, keep the container moving steadily to prevent the mica from pooling in one spot. Give each layer enough drying time so the finish sets flat and deep, rather than looking cloudy or uneven.