Subaru Black Granite (54A) Touch Up Paint

The Look

Since your Legacy, Outback, or Baja has likely spent years hauling gear or navigating dirt roads, you know this color is the backbone of the Subaru rugged aesthetic. It was a staple for those iconic two-tone body styles, often protecting the lower cladding and bumpers from the elements. This is not a deep, piano black. Instead, it offers a charcoal depth that masks road grime and dust far better than a standard solid finish. Because your vehicle has been on the road since the turn of the century, the original paint has likely developed its own character from sun exposure, so your repair will need a patient hand to match that aged grit.

Technical Details

Before you dab or spray Subaru Black Granite (check for code 54A), you need to understand that this is a mica finish. It relies on tiny, reflective flakes to create its metallic appearance. If you apply it too heavily in one spot, those flakes will bunch together and create a dark, muddy patch that ruins the effect. The mica particles tend to sink to the bottom of the container, so if you skip the prep work, you will end up applying a translucent grey instead of a rich black. Keep the container moving to ensure the metallic particles distribute evenly across the surface.

Best Practices

Pop the hood and look at the passenger side strut tower to find your vehicle identification plate; this is where Subaru stamped your paint information. To get the flakes moving, shake the container for a full sixty seconds after the mixing ball starts to rattle. Test the color on the included card to see how the light hits the mica before you touch the actual panel. Use thin, light layers and allow for plenty of drying time between applications. If you are working in a garage or the shade, make sure you have a bright light handy to see how the metallic finish is laying down.