Pontiac Cobalt Red (27/WA946L) Touch Up Paint

The Look

This shade represents the transition of Pontiac from the cladding-heavy nineties into the modern look of the mid-2000s. It was a flagship choice for the G6 and the wide-track Grand Prix, offering a depth that flat reds cannot replicate. Because your car has lived through nearly two decades of road grit and sunlight, the original finish has matured. Your goal is to restore the deep aesthetic that defined the brand during its final performance years.

Technical Details

This is a metallic finish, which means the paint contains tiny particles designed to catch the light. These flakes give the color its life, but they also make the application more demanding than a standard solid color. If you apply the paint too thick in one area, the flakes sink and bunch together, creating dark shadows or uneven stripes. This effect can ruin the visual flow of a fender or hood. Success depends on thin layers that allow the metallic bits to settle into a uniform pattern.

Best Practices

You can find your paint information on the Service Parts Identification sticker, usually tucked inside the glove box or fixed to the spare tire cover in the trunk. Before you spray or dab Pontiac Cobalt Red (check for code 27/WA946L), you need to shake it for 60 seconds to ensure the metallic flake is mixed throughout the liquid. Test the color on the included card to confirm the shade matches your current level of paint fade. When you begin the repair, keep the container moving at all times to avoid pooling and work in the shade to help the paint dry at a steady pace.