Hummer Civilian Black (B25) Touch Up Paint

The Look

This color marks the end of an era for the legendary H1. Since your 2006 model comes from the final year of civilian production, this finish was designed to move the vehicle away from its military roots and toward a more refined, imposing presence on the street. It turns the massive body panels of the H1 into a monolithic block of shadow. While military versions used flat, non-reflective paint to hide in the brush, this shade was built to command attention in the light.

Technical Details

This is a sophisticated metallic black that carries a fine flake designed to add depth to those large, flat surfaces. Black is an unforgiving choice because it acts like a mirror for every scratch and bit of road grime on your panels. Because this mix contains metallic elements, you have to be careful about how the particles settle. If you apply it too heavily in one spot, the flakes will cluster and create a dark patch that ruins the uniform look. You want the light to bounce off the surface evenly across the entire repair area.

Best Practices

You can find your paint information on the service parts identification sticker, which is usually located on the driver's side door jamb or inside the glove box. Before you spray or dab Hummer Civilian Black (check for code B25), you need to shake it for 60 seconds. This is a critical step for a metallic finish because those flakes like to settle at the bottom of the container. Test the color on the included card to ensure the flake density looks right before you touch your vehicle. When you start the repair, work in a cool garage or under deep shade to prevent the paint from drying too fast. Keep the container moving at a steady pace to ensure the flow remains consistent, and allow for a generous drying time between each thin layer.