Pontiac Light Gray (Interior) (WA9781) Touch Up Paint

The Look

Your Pontiac Light Gray (Interior) (check for code WA9781) was the go-to cabin shade during the final, high-energy years of the brand. It gave the interiors of the G5 and G6 a modern, spacious feel compared to the dark charcoal plastics of the past. If you drive a Montana or a Torrent, you know this color is a double-edged sword. While it makes the cabin feel brighter and less like a cave, the light tone reveals every accidental scuff from a boot or a dropped cup of coffee. Since your car has likely been through over a decade of commutes and road trips, the original finish might look a bit tired or scratched around the center console and door handles.

Technical Details

This is a solid color with a low-gloss finish designed to minimize glare while you drive. Unlike exterior paints that often rely on metallic flakes to hide small errors, this interior gray is straightforward. The lack of metallic particles is a benefit because you do not have to worry about flakes settling in the wrong direction and creating dark spots or stripes. However, because it is a solid light gray, the finish is very honest. It will not hide dust or oils left on the plastic. If you do not clean the area with a dedicated surface cleaner first, the new paint might not bite into the surface properly, leading to peeling later.

Best Practices

You can usually find your paint code on the service sticker inside the glove box or tucked under the trunk carpet near the spare tire. Before you start the repair, you must shake the container for at least a full minute to ensure the pigments are perfectly mixed. When you are ready to work, move your car into a Garage or a well-lit patch of Shade to keep the temperature even. Test the color on the included card before you touch the car to make sure the shade matches your current interior wear. When applying the paint, keep the container moving and focus on thin, light layers. This prevents the paint from pooling in the grain of the plastic. Give each layer enough drying time so the surface is no longer tacky before you add the next one.