Subaru Venetian Red Pearl (H2Q) Touch Up Paint

The Look

Venetian Red is the mature choice in the Subaru lineup. While World Rally Blue screams for attention on the track, this shade brought a sense of grounded elegance to the Forester and Crosstrek during their peak years. If you are fixing a spot on your Impreza or BRZ, you know this color transforms based on the light. In the shade, it looks like a deep, brick-red wine, but once the sun hits those curves, the mica particles wake up and give the car a glow that hides road grime far better than a flat red ever could.

Technical Details

Because this is a pearl finish, you are dealing with layers of complexity. Unlike a solid color that goes on flat and uniform, the pearl flakes in this finish can be temperamental. If you apply the paint too heavily in one spot, the flakes will sink and the repair will look darker than the rest of your door or fender. The goal is to keep the depth consistent. Before you spray or dab Subaru Venetian Red Pearl (check for code H2Q), you need to shake it for 60 seconds to ensure those heavy pearl particles are fully suspended in the resin.

Best Practices

Subaru usually hides your paint code on a silver sticker located on the passenger side strut tower or the driver's side center pillar door jamb. Once you find it and verify the match, remember that patience is your best friend. Always test the color on the included card to see how the pearl lays down before touching your car. Whether you are using a nozzle or a brush, keep the container moving to prevent the metallic bits from pooling. Give the repair plenty of drying time between light coats rather than trying to cover the damage in one thick layer. This prevents the red from looking "muddy" and keeps the sparkle level looking factory-fresh.