Honda Deep Violet Pearl (PB-89P) Touch Up Paint

The Look

If you are driving a 2016 CR-Z in this shade, you own a piece of Honda history that many enthusiasts never even see in person. This color is a master of disguise; in the evening or a dimly lit garage, your car probably looks like a standard deep black. However, once you pull into the sunlight, the purple metallic flakes wake up and transform the entire body into a vivid grape. Because your car has likely seen years of sun and road debris, the original finish might have darkened or shifted slightly, making a precise touch-up vital to keep that transition from black to violet looking natural.

Technical Details

This is a complex pearl finish, which is far more temperamental than a solid color. The "pearl" effect comes from specialized pigments that reflect light differently depending on how they lay on the surface. If you apply the paint too heavily in one spot, those pigments will clump together, creating dark splotches or "mottling" that ruin the depth of the finish. Before you spray or dab Honda Deep Violet Pearl (check for code PB-89P), you need to shake it for 60 seconds to ensure the heavy pearl particles are fully suspended in the liquid.

Best Practices

You will find your color code on a sticker located on the driver's side door jamb, usually right near the latch. To get the best results, always test the color on the included card first to see how many layers you need to match your car's current depth. When you start the actual repair, keep the container moving at all times to prevent the paint from pooling or sagging. If you are using a pen or brush, apply light, thin layers rather than one thick glob. This builds the color slowly and lets the pearl flakes settle flat, which is the only way to get that signature purple glow when the sun hits the panel. Give each layer enough drying time so the next layer does not drag the bottom coat.