Hyundai Cape Blue Metallic (YV) Touch Up Paint

The Look

This color is a definitive slice of the late nineties. If you are working on a Tiburon or an old-school Accent, you know this shade well. It is not the dark, moody navy seen on modern SUVs; instead, it is a bright, optimistic blue that carries the "bubble" styling of that era perfectly. Since your car has likely been on the road for over twenty-five years, the original finish has probably faced its fair share of sun and road debris. This mid-tone blue is excellent at hiding light dust, but because it is a true period-correct metallic, it needs a little respect during application to ensure the new patch does not stand out against the aged surroundings.

Technical Details

This is a metallic finish, which means the paint is packed with tiny aluminum flakes that catch the light. While these flakes give the car its signature glow, they can be temperamental. If you apply the paint too heavily in one spot, the flakes will sink and cluster together, creating dark patches or stripes. To avoid this, you need to ensure the flakes stay suspended in the liquid. If the finish looks uneven or "mottled" after it dries, it is usually because the paint was applied too thick or the tool was held too close to the surface.

Best Practices

Before you spray or dab Hyundai Cape Blue Metallic (check for code YV), you need to shake it for 60 seconds. You should find that code printed on a sticker inside the driver's door jamb or, on some older models, centered on the firewall behind the engine. To get the best results in your garage or a patch of shade, always test the color on the included card first to see how the metallic flakes lay down. When you move to the car, keep the container moving at all times. Use thin, light layers rather than one heavy coat, and allow plenty of drying time between each pass. This layering approach ensures the flakes sit flat and match the factory shimmer.