Hyundai Becketts Black Pearl (RB5) Touch Up Paint

The Look

This color defined a generation of Hyundai vehicles, giving the Santa Fe a premium weight and the Genesis Coupe a more aggressive, shadowed profile. It is a sophisticated choice that moves away from the flat, ink-like blacks of the past. Instead of looking like a simple hole in the light, it uses a deep pigment to create a sense of volume on the curves of your car. On a larger vehicle like the i800 or a Creta, it helps hide the sheer size of the panels by breaking up reflections with a subtle, internal glow that only reveals itself in direct light.

Technical Details

You are working with a pearl finish, which means the paint contains microscopic flakes designed to catch the sun. These flakes provide depth, but they also bring a risk of mottling. If the paint is applied too heavily in one spot, the flakes will clump together, creating dark patches or stripes that make the finish look uneven. Because it is a dark pearl, any mismatch in how the flakes lay down will be visible. It is a finish that rewards patience and thin layers rather than one heavy coat. While it hides light road dust better than a solid black, deep scratches will stand out because they break the layer where that pearl effect lives.

Best Practices

To find your confirmation, look for the identification sticker inside the driver's side door jamb. Before you spray or dab Hyundai Becketts Black Pearl (check for code RB5), you need to shake it for 60 seconds. You must hear the mixing ball moving freely to ensure those pearl particles are not sitting at the bottom of the container. Test the color on the included card to see how the shimmer looks once it settles. When you begin the repair, keep the container moving to ensure the flow remains even across the surface. Give the paint plenty of drying time between each thin layer to prevent the heavy pigments from sagging or trapping solvents, which can dull the final shine.