Hyundai Genesis Touch Up Paint (34 OEM Colors)

The Color Breakdown

The Hyundai Genesis was the moment Hyundai decided to stop sitting at the kids' table and put on a tailored suit. They really went for it with 34 recorded colors, though if you look at the list, it's clear they were fans of the "sophisticated professional" aesthetic. From the deep, moody Phantom Black Pearl to the crisp White Frost Tricoat, the palette is essentially "50 Shades of Gray Metallic." Whether you're sporting Polished Metal Metallic or Sterling Silver, these colors were designed to look expensive-which is why it's so heartbreaking when you spot that first rock chip from the highway.

What to Watch For

Before you crack open that touch-up bottle, we need to talk about the Genesis's "thin skin." While the car feels like a tank, the clear coat can be a bit sensitive, especially on the plastic parts. Keep a close eye on your door handles and bumpers; these are the usual suspects for premature peeling or fading. If you have one of the white or pearl shades, you might notice the paint can get a little "sun-kissed" (oxidized) over time.

To find your exact match, open the driver's side door and look at the VIN sticker on the door jamb. You're looking for a two-letter code (sometimes a letter and a number) next to the "EXT" or "Paint" heading. If it's not there, pop the hood and check the firewall-it likes to hide there on some of the earlier models.

Driveway Repair Tip

If you're working with one of the many pearls like White Frost Tricoat or Kona Black Pearl, your bottle is hiding a secret: all the "magic" settles at the bottom. Shake that bottle for at least 60 seconds-longer than you think you need to-to wake up those metallic flakes. When you apply the paint, think "less is more." Use the tip of the applicator to dab a tiny amount into the center of the chip and let it flow to the edges. If you're working with a Tricoat, it requires a little extra patience-apply your base color thin, let it dry, and then add your pearl topcoat. It's better to do three thin layers that look like a professional did them than one thick blob that looks like a DIY disaster.