Saab Switchblade Silver Metallic (17U/WA636R/GAN) Touch Up Paint

The Look

This color represents the final, sophisticated breath of the original Saab brand. Found on the rare 9-4X and the modern 9-5, this silver lacks the warm, beige undertones found in older Swedish paints. It is a cold, industrial shade that mimics machined aluminum. Since your car has likely spent over a decade facing the elements, this silver is a reliable ally because it hides dust and light road salt better than almost any other finish in the catalog.

Technical Details

You are working with a metallic finish, which means the secret is in the flake. Silver metallics are known to be fussy because those tiny particles want to bunch up or sink. If you apply the paint too thick, you will see dark, cloudy patches known as mottling. This happens when the metallic bits do not have enough room to lay flat. To keep the finish looking uniform, you must avoid the temptation to cover the scratch in one heavy pass. Light, even coats are the only way to keep the color consistent with the rest of your panel.

Best Practices

Start by checking your driver's door jamb or the inside of your glove box for the identification sticker. Before you spray or dab Saab Switchblade Silver Metallic (check for code 17U/WA636R/GAN), you need to shake it for 60 seconds to wake up those heavy metallic pigments. Work in your garage or a patch of shade to keep the metal surface cool. Test the color on the included card to get a feel for the flow of the nozzle or brush. When you move to the car, keep the container moving at all times to prevent the paint from pooling. Give the paint at least fifteen minutes of drying time between layers so the silver stays bright and crisp.