Pontiac Brazen Orange Metallic (66U/WA347N) Touch Up Paint

The Look

This color represents the aggressive sunset of the Pontiac brand. It was a flagship shade reserved for the final year of the GTO, and with fewer than 1,200 cars ever wearing this paint from the factory, it is a rare sight. This orange does not just sit on the metal; it has a deep, saturated glow that defines the modern muscle era. Since your car has been on the road for nearly two decades, you are working with a finish that still turns heads but requires precision to maintain that factory depth.

Technical Details

This is a complex metallic finish, which means the look of the repair depends on how the tiny flakes settle. If you apply the paint too heavily, the metallic particles will clump together and create dark, muddy spots known as mottling. This color is meant to catch the light evenly, so the orientation of the flake is everything. Before you open your Pontiac Brazen Orange Metallic (double-check for code 66U/WA347N on your ID tag), you must recognize that this is a translucent color that builds its brightness through thin, even layers.

Best Practices

Finding your paint code on a GTO can be a hunt; start by checking the service sticker inside your glove box or on the spare tire cover in the trunk. Before you touch the car, test the color on the included card to see how the metallic behaves. Shake the container for at least sixty seconds to ensure the flakes are fully suspended in the mix. Whether you use a pen or a nozzle, keep the container moving to avoid pooling. Work in the cool environment of your garage rather than in direct sunlight, and give each layer plenty of drying time. Thin, consistent passes will ensure the orange glows without looking blotchy.