Isuzu Garnet Pearl (715) Touch Up Paint

The Look

This is a relic of the early nineties. Finding this deep, moody red on a 1990 Pickup is rare because most of those trucks were worked hard and left in the sun for decades. It is a sophisticated shade that looks like a standard maroon until the light hits it directly, revealing a hidden depth that was surprisingly upscale for a utility vehicle. If you are fixing a scratch on your old P'up, you are working with a color that has likely matured and shifted over the years, so it will have a much more soulful, aged character than a modern flat red.

Technical Details

This is a true pearl finish, which means it relies on tiny mica flakes to catch and bend the light. These flakes are heavier than the liquid paint and love to sink to the bottom of the container or clump together on the surface if you are too heavy-handed. If you apply the paint too thickly in one spot, the mica will drown and create a dark, muddy patch that won't match the surrounding panel. You need to focus on thin, patient layers to let those flakes distribute evenly and reflect light properly.

Best Practices

Before you spray or dab Isuzu Garnet Pearl (check for code 715), you need to shake it for 60 seconds. You can usually find your identification plate on the firewall, tucked right against the back of the engine compartment under the hood. Test the color on the included card to make sure the mica is fully suspended before you move to the truck. When applying, keep the container moving to ensure the metallic particles don't pool or streak. If you are working in your garage, give each layer plenty of drying time so you don't disturb the pearl alignment of the previous coat.