Saturn Bluestone Effect (302N) Touch Up Paint

The Look

You own a piece of Saturn history with this one. This color served as the sophisticated face of the Sky roadster when it first arrived to challenge the European imports. It is not a loud or neon blue; instead, it is an icy, smoky shade that shifts character depending on the light. In the direct sun, the metallic flakes give the car a crisp, silver-blue glow, while the shade pulls out deeper grey undertones. Since your Sky has likely been on the road since the mid-2000s, the original finish has probably faced some sun exposure, so the repair might look a bit darker than the aged paint until it fully cures.

Technical Details

This is a metallic finish, which means the appearance comes from thousands of tiny flakes suspended in the pigment. This creates a specific challenge for your repair. If the paint goes on too heavy or wet, those flakes will bunch together, leading to dark patches or a blotchy look that won't catch the light correctly. Because it is a lighter metallic, it is also prone to showing "tiger stripes" if the application is inconsistent. You want the flakes to lay flat and spread out to mimic the way the factory applied it back in 2007.

Best Practices

Before you spray or dab Saturn Bluestone Effect (check for code 302N), you need to shake it for at least 60 seconds. You will find that code on the Service Parts Identification sticker, which is almost always located inside your glove box or tucked away in the spare tire well. Shaking is vital because the metallic flakes are heavy and sink to the bottom of the container quickly. Test the color on the included card to see how the flakes settle before you touch the car. Whether you are using a nozzle or a brush, keep the container moving to ensure the metallic bits distribute in a uniform pattern. Work in a cool spot in the shade and give each layer plenty of drying time to prevent the paint from sagging.