Hyundai Platinum Silver Metallic (Y6S) Touch Up Paint

The Look

This color is a bit of a chameleon in the 2014 Hyundai lineup. It was chosen to dress everything from the entry-level Accent and Eon to the high-performance Genesis Coupe and the executive Equus. It is a clean, clinical silver that ignores the warm, champagne undertones found in older paints in favor of a cold, technical aesthetic. Because it had such a short official run under this specific name, your car carries a brief, specific moment in history when Hyundai tried to find one silver to rule every segment of the market. Since your car has been on the road for a decade now, this paint will likely be slightly brighter than your current finish, making careful blending essential.

Technical Details

This is a true metallic finish, which means you are managing millions of tiny aluminum flakes suspended in the liquid. These flakes are the reason the car has that crisp, reflective shimmer, but they are also quite heavy. If you apply the paint too heavily in one spot, the flakes will sink and clump together, which creates dark, blotchy patches or "striping" that looks like a bruise on the metal. You want the paint to land wet enough to flow out, but thin enough that the particles stay right where they land. Silvers are notoriously sensitive to how they are applied, so consistency is your best friend here.

Best Practices

Before you spray or dab Hyundai Platinum Silver Metallic (check for code Y6S), you need to shake it for at least 60 seconds to wake up those settled metallic flakes. You can find your paint code on the black or silver sticker located inside the driver-side door jamb, though on some 2014 models, it hides on the radiator support under the hood. To get the best match, apply three or four thin layers rather than one thick one. This prevents the flakes from drowning and ensures the color builds up evenly. Always test the color on the included card and let it dry completely before you touch the car, as silvers often look darker once they are dry. To avoid spots or unevenness, keep the container moving in a steady, rhythmic motion and give the repair plenty of drying time between layers.