Buick Rendezvous Paint Info
The Color Breakdown
Buick didn't hold back when they rolled the Rendezvous off the line, recording a massive 49 different colors over its lifespan. They really leaned into the "luxury-meets-versatility" vibe with names that sound more like a high-end spa menu than a paint chart. We're talking Majestic Amethyst Metallic, Green Jewel Frost, and Sedona Bronze. They also seemed obsessed with the silver-gray spectrum-giving us everything from Pewter Metallic to Spectre Gray. It's like Buick was trying to find every possible way to make a car look sophisticated while parked at a soccer game.
What to Watch For
Before you start dabbing, you need to find your actual color code. On the Rendezvous, Buick hid the "Service Parts Identification" sticker in one of two places: either inside the glove box or tucked away in the left rear storage compartment in the cargo area. Look for a code starting with "WA" or "U." Once you have your bottle, take a look at your roof and hood. Like many GM vehicles from the early 2000s, the clear coat on the Rendezvous has a habit of getting "cloudy" or starting to flake away on those flat, sun-baked surfaces. If you see a tiny chip, catch it early with your touch-up pen before it turns into a larger peeling project.
Driveway Repair Tip
Since so many of these colors are "Metallic" or have an "Effect" (like Blue Frost Metallic or Storm Grey Effect), the secret is in the shake. Those tiny sparkles settle at the bottom of the bottle like sand in a snow globe. Shake your touch-up pen or bottle for at least 60 seconds-longer than you think you need-to wake up that metallic flake. When applying, remember that these "Effect" paints look best with three very thin layers rather than one big "blob." If you go too heavy, the metallic bits will sink and make the spot look darker than the rest of the car. Patience is your best friend here!