Nissan Sunburst (E10) Touch Up Paint

The Look

This is the definitive face of the mid-2000s sport-compact scene. If you own a Sentra SE-R or a Primera from this era, you know this shade does not just sit on the car; it shouts. It captures the energy of a time when bold, high-visibility colors were the standard for performance models. Since your Nissan has likely spent two decades under the sun, the original finish has shifted from its factory brightness. This yellow is honest-it does not hide dirt or aging well. Your repair will be best if you focus on building depth rather than trying to fix the spot in one go.

Technical Details

This is a solid finish. You will not find any metallic flakes or pearl highlights in this mix. While that sounds simple, yellow is one of the most difficult pigments to work with because it is naturally transparent. It has very little "hide," which means whatever is underneath-like dark primer or a deep scratch-will show through your first few layers. If you do not apply enough layers, the color can look weak or even slightly green. It is a high-maintenance shade that requires patience to get the thick, buttery look the factory intended.

Best Practices

You will usually find your paint information on the driver's side door jamb or the engine firewall. Before you spray or dab Nissan Sunburst (check for code E10), you need to shake it for 60 seconds to ensure the heavy pigments are mixed. Test the color on the included card to see how well it matches your current panels. When you begin, keep the container moving to prevent the paint from pooling. Allow plenty of drying time between thin layers to build up the necessary coverage and hide the damage.