Lexus ES250 Touch Up Paint (15 OEM Colors)

The Color Breakdown

Lexus didn't just give us a car with the ES250; they gave us a jewelry box on wheels. With 22 recorded colors, they really went for it-offering everything from the deep, mysterious Black Jade Pearl to the regal Indigo Blue Metallic. They even leaned heavily into the "Two-Tone" lifestyle, pairing elegant body colors with sophisticated cladding like Onyx Gray and Dark Blue Gray Metallic. It's a palette that says "I have a reserved parking spot," and it deserves to stay looking that way.

What to Watch For

First, let's find your ID. Your paint code is hiding in plain sight on the driver's side door jamb. Look for a sticker with "C/TR" (Color/Trim) followed by a three-digit code-something like 051 for white or 3H8 for burgundy.

The "Reality Check" for Lexus owners? This paint is famously high-quality but "soft," meaning it picks up road chips and swirl marks if you even look at it too hard. On these older classics, the clear coat on the hood and roof often takes a beating from the sun, so keep an eye out for any white, cloudy spots. Also, because many ES250s feature two-tone styling, remember that your lower bumpers and side cladding likely have a different paint code than the rest of the car. Check your data carefully so you don't accidentally put body paint on your trim!

Driveway Repair Tip

Since so many of these colors are pearls or metallics (like that gorgeous Diamond White Pearl Tri-coat), you have to wake up the sparkles. Shake your touch-up bottle or pen for at least 60 seconds-longer than you think you need to-to ensure those tiny metallic flakes are evenly mixed. When applying, don't try to fill a deep chip in one go. Think of it like building a sandwich: apply a thin layer, let it dry for 20 minutes, and then add another. This requires patience, but it prevents that "blobby" look and keeps your repair flush with the rest of the panel.