Hyundai Aqua Silver Pearl (BU) Touch Up Paint

The Look

Your Tucson was likely a daily workhorse, and this color was the perfect choice for that lifestyle. It is a crisp, cool silver that carries a subtle blue undertone, giving it a refreshing look compared to the flat, dull greys of the mid-2000s. Since your car has likely been on the road for over a decade, you will notice that this shade is incredibly forgiving. It hides road grime and light dust better than almost any other factory option from that era. However, because it has been exposed to the sun since the late 2000s, the silver might have shifted slightly, so matching it perfectly requires a delicate touch.

Technical Details

This is a pearl finish, which means it contains translucent flakes that catch the light to create depth. Before you spray or dab Hyundai Aqua Silver Pearl (check for code BU), you need to shake it for 60 seconds. The "pearl" part of the name is the challenge here. Those tiny particles like to settle at the bottom of the container. If you do not mix them thoroughly, you will end up with a finish that looks like two different colors. Silvers are notorious for mottling, where the metallic flakes clump together and create dark spots or stripes. To avoid this, apply light, even layers rather than trying to hide the damage in one heavy pass.

Best Practices

You can find your paint code on the silver or black sticker located on the driver side door jamb, usually right near the latch. Because of the age of these vehicles, the existing paint might be slightly more "flat" than the fresh paint in your hand. Always test the color on the included card to see how the metallic flake lays down before you touch the car. Whether you are using a nozzle or a brush, the secret is consistency. Keep the container moving at a steady pace to ensure the flakes distribute evenly. Give the area plenty of drying time between layers in a cool garage or the shade, as rushing the process will cause the silver to look muddy.