Isuzu Excessive Red Mica (680/R413) Touch Up Paint

The Look

Your 2004 Rodeo or Axiom comes from the final chapter of Isuzu's passenger vehicle history in North America, and this color was its bold goodbye. Excessive Red Mica lives up to its name by being unapologetically loud. It has a deep, saturated base that pops under direct light, giving these aging SUVs a presence that still holds up today. Since your Isuzu has likely spent two decades facing the sun, the original red might have shifted toward a flatter tone, but a fresh application will bring back that showroom energy.

Technical Details

Because this is a mica finish, you are dealing with tiny mineral flakes that catch the light at different angles. This gives the paint its signature depth, but it requires finesse. If the paint is applied too thick in one spot, those flakes will clump together, creating dark patches or stripes that look like shadows on your fender. You want to keep the container moving to ensure the mica stays suspended and uniform across the repair area.

Best Practices

Before you spray or dab Isuzu Excessive Red Mica (check for code 680/R413), you need to shake it for 60 seconds to wake up those mica flakes. You can find your identification plate on the firewall at the back of the engine bay or occasionally inside the glove box. To ensure a perfect match, always test the color on the included card first. If you are working in your garage or the shade, make sure you have enough light to see the mica transition. Between layers, give the surface enough drying time so the paint doesn't drag or smudge when you apply the clear coat.