Hyundai Boston Red Pearl (P9R) Touch Up Paint

The Look

This red was the face of the first-generation Veloster and gave the Accent a much-needed personality boost. It is a deep, saturated shade that defines the fluid design era of the early 2010s. Since your car has been on the road for a decade or more, the original paint has probably faced enough sun to shift the tone. Red pigments are the first to suffer from UV exposure, so your repair might look brighter than the surrounding panels if you are not careful with your layering. This finish is about depth, and it only looks right when the pearl flakes catch the light the same way the factory intended.

Technical Details

You are working with a pearl finish, which is far more temperamental than a solid red. It uses mica flakes to create a shift in color when you walk around the vehicle. If you apply the paint too thick, the flakes will sink and the color will look dark and muddy. If you apply it too thin, the repair will lack the punch of the original panels. This finish requires patience. You must build the color in light layers to ensure the mica stays suspended and reflects light in a uniform way. Failing to mix the paint well will result in a flat, dull spot that stands out for the wrong reasons.

Best Practices

Before you spray or dab Hyundai Boston Red Pearl (check for code P9R), you must shake the container for at least sixty seconds. This ensures the pearl flakes mix into the pigment rather than sitting at the bottom. You can find your paint code on the silver or black sticker inside the driver's side door jamb. Test the color on the included card to confirm the match against your existing finish. Whether you use a nozzle, brush, or pen, keep the container moving to prevent the mica from clustering. Work in the shade or a garage and give each thin layer enough drying time to set before you apply the next.