Isuzu Empire Blue Pearl (858/B809) Touch Up Paint

The Look

Empire Blue arrived during the final years of the Trooper's reign, marking a shift toward the more sophisticated, upscale look of the 1998 facelift. This is a deep, dignified navy that manages to look rugged and refined at the same time. Since your Isuzu has likely seen its fair share of trails or highway miles over the last two decades, you might find the original finish has lost some of its depth. This blue is excellent at hiding light road grime, but it requires a clean, level surface to truly show off its character under the sun.

Technical Details

This is a pearl finish, meaning it relies on mica particles rather than just standard pigment to catch the light. Pearl paints are notorious for mottling-where the color looks blotchy or uneven-because those tiny mica flakes can clump together if the paint is applied too thick. The benefit of a pearl is the incredible depth it provides, but the trade-off is that it demands patience. If you rush the application, the repair may look like a dark smudge instead of a matching panel. Keeping your layers thin and consistent is the only way to ensure the mica lays down flat.

Best Practices

You should find your paint ID plate located on the engine firewall or the passenger-side door pillar. Before you spray or dab Isuzu Empire Blue Pearl (check for code 858/B809), you need to shake it for 60 seconds to fully suspend the pearl particles. Test the color on the included card to see how the mica reacts to the light in your garage. When you move to the car, keep the container moving across the surface to prevent the paint from pooling. Let the drying time work for you; multiple thin coats will always look better than one heavy pass that tries to cover everything at once.