Pontiac Satellite Silver Metallic (14/WA303M) Touch Up Paint

The Look

Your Pontiac Vibe was built for the daily grind, and this specific silver was the uniform of choice for that mission. It is a workhorse color that hides road salt and dust better than almost anything else from the mid-2000s. While it might not have the flash of a custom hot rod, it provides a clean, technical appearance that still looks modern on the road today. Since your car has likely been parked outside for nearly two decades, the original finish might have a slightly flatter tone than the fresh paint you are about to apply.

Technical Details

This is a metallic finish, which means it contains a high concentration of tiny aluminum flakes that reflect light at different angles. The challenge with silver is mottling, where the flakes cluster together and create dark spots or uneven streaks. If you apply the paint too heavily in one area, the silver will look darker and muddy. Consistent, light layers are the only way to ensure those flakes lay flat so the repair matches the rest of the panel.

Best Practices

You will find your service identification sticker located inside the glove box or on the driver side door jamb. Before you spray or dab Pontiac Satellite Silver Metallic (check for code 14/WA303M), you need to shake it for 60 seconds. This is a heavy-flake color, and those metallics need to be fully suspended to get an accurate match. Test the color on the included card to see how the flakes settle before you touch the car. Work in a garage or the shade to keep the surface cool, and keep the container moving to prevent the paint from pooling. Give the surface plenty of drying time between each coat to let the silver set correctly.