Suzuki Cobalt Blue Pearl (33U) Touch Up Paint

The Look

This is the shade that defined the "warm hatch" era for the Suzuki Swift. It is a deep, high-energy blue that leans toward an electric tone without becoming neon. Because your car was likely built between 2008 and 2010, the paint has probably lived through a decade of sun and road salt. This specific blue is excellent at hiding light dust, but because it is so rich, deep scratches will show up as bright white lines against the dark background. When you repair a chip on a car of this age, remember that your existing finish might have faded slightly compared to the fresh pigment in your new container.

Technical Details

This is a true pearl finish, which is a bit more sophisticated than a standard metallic. While metallic paint uses tiny aluminum flakes to reflect light, a pearl finish uses ceramic crystals to refract it. This gives the surface a multi-dimensional glow that shifts as you walk around the car. The risk here is "mottling"-if the paint isn't mixed perfectly, the pearl particles can cluster together and create dark spots or streaks. Since this isn't a solid color, you cannot just glob it on. Before you spray or dab Suzuki Cobalt Blue Pearl (check for code 33U), you need to shake it for at least 60 seconds to ensure those heavy pearl crystals are floating evenly in the liquid.

Best Practices

You will usually find your identification plate on the firewall at the back of the engine compartment or on the passenger-side door jamb. Before you start the repair, find a spot in your garage or a patch of deep shade; direct sunlight will make the paint dry too fast and ruin the leveling. Always test the color on the included card to see how the pearl lays down before touching the car. If you are using a can, keep the container moving in steady, overlapping passes. If you are using a pen or brush, apply the paint in thin layers rather than one thick coat. Give it plenty of drying time between layers. If the repair looks a little dull after it dries, don't worry-that is normal for a basecoat. A clear coat over the top is what will bring that pearl effect back to life.