Saab Brilliant Red (22G) Touch Up Paint

The Look

This shade belongs to the era of the "Saabaru," a time when Swedish style leaned on Japanese bones. If you own a 9-2X from 2005 or 2006, you know this color defines the character of the car. It is a loud, punchy red that looks fast even when parked. Because your vehicle has likely seen nearly twenty years of weather, the paint on your hood might look a bit different than the paint protected inside your door frame.

Technical Details

This is a solid finish. There are no metallic flakes or pearls hiding in the mix, which makes your job simpler because you do not have to worry about the texture of the finish changing with your spray distance. The trade-off is that solid reds are notorious for fading under the sun. Without a clear coat in top condition, red pigments can turn chalky or pink over time. When you apply your touch-up, you are looking for a match to the current state of your car, not just how it looked in the showroom.

Best Practices

Before you spray or dab Saab Brilliant Red (check for code 22G), you need to shake the container for at least a full minute. You will find the identification plate on the driver's side firewall or tucked into the door pillar. Red pigments are heavy and settle at the bottom, so mixing is the most important step for a deep color. Test the color on the included card to see how it sits against your existing finish. When you start, keep the container moving to avoid heavy spots or drips. Work in your garage or a patch of shade, and give each thin layer plenty of drying time before you decide if you need another pass.