Isuzu Phantom Gray Metallic (835) Touch Up Paint

The Look

Since your I-Mark has survived since 1989, you are driving a true automotive survivor. This color was a short-lived, one-year-only option that gave the I-Mark a sophisticated, moody presence on the road. Because your car has spent over three decades exposed to the elements, the original finish has likely lightened or shifted. This deep gray provides a solid foundation for a repair, but you should expect the new paint to look a bit richer than the weathered panels surrounding it.

Technical Details

This is a metallic finish, which means it relies on tiny flakes to create depth and reflect light. Metallic paints are prone to mottling-a phenomenon where the flakes clump together and create dark, uneven patches or stripes. This happens when the paint is applied too heavily in a single pass. While this gray is excellent at hiding road grime and minor dust, you must be careful with your application layers to ensure those flakes lay flat and catch the light evenly across the repair.

Best Practices

You will typically find your paint identification plate fastened to the firewall in the back of the engine compartment. Before you spray or dab Isuzu Phantom Gray Metallic (check for code 835), you must shake the container for a full sixty seconds to properly distribute the metallic flakes. Test the color on the included card to verify the shade and flake density. When you begin the repair, keep the container moving and apply several thin layers rather than one heavy coat. Give the surface plenty of drying time between these layers to prevent the pigments from sagging or shifting.