Isuzu Hombre Paint Info
The Color Breakdown
Isuzu really leaned into the '90s aesthetic with the Hombre, recording a total of 14 colors that range from "sensible work truck" to "weekend at the lake." They went for it with some bold choices like Radar Blue Metallic and Bright Teal Metallic, while still offering the classics like Victory Red and Olympic White. Whether you're driving a rugged Emerald Green Metallic or the eye-catching Copper Metallic, your truck has a personality that most modern "shades of appliance white" pickups can only dream of.
What to Watch For
Since the Hombre shares its DNA with the Chevy S-10, it also shares that era's struggle with the sun. You'll often see "clear coat sunburn"-where the top layer starts to flake or peel like a bad beach vacation-especially on the hood and the roof. If you're rocking Victory Red or Standard Red, keep an eye out for fading; those pigments love to soak up UV rays until they look more like a dusty pink. To find your specific match, skip the guesswork and look for the "Service Parts Identification" sticker. You'll usually find this secret stash of info hidden inside the glove box.
Driveway Repair Tip
When you're using a touch-up pen on those metallic shades like Pewter Metallic or Nordic Blue Metallic, remember that "patience is the primary ingredient." These colors are packed with tiny metallic flakes that like to settle at the bottom of the bottle. Give that pen or brush a vigorous workout for at least 60 seconds before you start-you want those sparkles to be awake and moving. When applying, resist the urge to fill a chip in one go. Thin, light layers are your best friend; it keeps the paint from looking like a "blob" and helps those metallic flakes lay down flat so they catch the light just right.