Volkswagen Granite Green Metallic (LB6S/4W) Touch Up Paint

The Look

This color defines a specific era for the B6 Passat. It captures a professional, executive aesthetic that avoids the flashy trends of the mid-2000s. While the name promises green, the reality is a smoky, earth-toned grey that carries deep mossy undertones. Since your car has spent nearly two decades on the road, you will notice that this shade is excellent at hiding road film and light dust. It is a mature choice that looks as much like polished stone as it does automotive paint, giving the vehicle a grounded and substantial presence in the driveway.

Technical Details

This is a true metallic finish, which means it relies on tiny flakes to catch the light and create depth. Because of these particles, you run the risk of mottling-where the flakes bunch up and create dark streaks or "tiger stripes" across the surface. This happens if the paint goes on too heavy in one spot or if the flow is inconsistent. To keep the finish even, you must maintain a steady rhythm. The metallic nature of this paint makes it very forgiving for hiding small surface scratches, but it requires a bit of patience during application to ensure the grey and green tones blend correctly without looking patchy.

Best Practices

Before you begin, verify your match by looking in the trunk. Most owners will find the paper identification sticker tucked away in the spare tire well, though it is sometimes placed on the underside of the trunk lid. Before you spray or dab Volkswagen Granite Green Metallic (check for code LB6S/4W), you need to shake the container for at least sixty seconds to wake up those heavy metallic flakes. Test the color on the included card to see how the flakes settle before you touch the car. Whether you are using a pen or a can, keep the container moving in fluid passes to prevent the paint from pooling. Give the area enough drying time between light coats to build the color gradually rather than trying to cover the damage in one heavy layer.