Daewoo Nubria Touch Up Paint (11 OEM Colors)

The Color Breakdown

Daewoo really went for it with the Nubria, offering a surprisingly spirited palette of 11 colors for a compact car. Whether yours is rocking the bold Lemon Yellow, the distinguished Brighton Gold Metallic, or the deep, shimmering Regatta Blue Pearl, this car wasn't afraid to stand out in a parking lot full of boring commuters. From the punchy Red Rock Metallic to the cool Pacific Blue Metallic, these colors gave the Nubria a personality that outpunched its price tag.

What to Watch For

Finding your color code is the first step, and Daewoo tucked it away like a secret. Pop the hood and look for a metal ID plate; it's usually sitting right in the center of the firewall or occasionally on the radiator support bar near the latch. Once you've got your code, keep an eye on the roof and the hood-the factory clear coat on these cars tends to get a little "tired" under the sun, leading to fading or small flakes. You might also notice chips starting to bubble near the wheel wells or door bottoms. Don't worry, though; catching these early with a touch-up pen is exactly how we keep the rust monster at bay.

Driveway Repair Tip

Since so many of these colors-like Deep Bluish Green Metallic-are packed with metallic flakes and pearls, they require a little extra "wake-up call." Before you start, shake your touch-up bottle or pen for a full 60 seconds. You want to hear that little agitator ball doing its job to make sure those sparkles are evenly distributed. When you apply the paint, think "thin and patient." Dab a tiny amount into the center of the chip and let it flow to the edges. It's much better to do two light layers than to end up with one thick blob that looks like a grape stuck to your fender.