Subaru Crystal Black Silica (9407) Touch Up Paint

The Look

You chose the moodiest, most sophisticated shade in the Subaru lineup. Whether it is coating your rugged Forester or your low-slung BRZ, this color turns a practical utility vehicle into something that feels like it belongs in a higher tax bracket. Because it has been a staple for your Ascent or Crosstrek for years, it is a known quantity, but it is also a demanding one. Black is the most honest color on the road; it refuses to hide road salt, dust, or those tiny door dings from the grocery store parking lot. It makes your car look like a mirror when it is clean, but it will remind you of every mile you have driven since your last wash.

Technical Details

This is not a simple, flat black. It is a pearl finish, which means the paint is packed with microscopic silica flakes that give the surface a deep, multi-dimensional shimmer when the sun hits it. This creates a beautiful effect, but it adds a layer of difficulty for a repair. If those tiny pearls do not distribute evenly, you will end up with a dark smudge that looks flatter than the rest of the car. Because the pigment is heavy, the flakes like to sink to the bottom of your container, making it easy to accidentally apply a finish that looks mottled or "patchy" if you aren't careful with your technique.

Best Practices

Before you spray or dab Subaru Crystal Black Silica (check for code 9407), you need to shake the container for at least sixty seconds to wake up the pearls. You can verify your match by looking at the silver manufacturing plate located on your passenger side center pillar or the door jamb. To get the best result, work in your garage or the shade so the metal stays cool to the touch. Always test the color on the included card first to see how the pearls lay down. When you start the real repair, keep the container moving and apply thin, light layers. This prevents the black pigment from pooling and ensures the drying time stays consistent, leaving you with a finish that blends into the original factory depth.