Lexus ES330 Touch Up Paint (18 OEM Colors)

The Color Breakdown

Lexus didn't hold back on the ES330, recording a total of 18 colors that defined the era of "quiet luxury." They really went for it with the pearls and micas-from the shimmering White Crystal Pearl Tricoat to the deep Royal Ruby Mica Tricoat. Of course, this was also the peak of the "beige-is-beautiful" movement, featuring Sonora Gold Pearl Metallic and Beige Metallic. Whether you're driving a sophisticated Black Garnet Pearl or a classic Silver Metallic, your Lexus was designed to look like a million bucks (even if it's currently sporting a few $10 chips).

What to Watch For

The good news is that Lexus paint is famous for its deep, glassy shine. The "but" is that this paint can be a bit sensitive. Owners often report that the clear coat is on the softer side, making the hood and front bumper a magnet for road debris chips. You might also notice some peeling or "whiting" on the very top edges of the doors or the roof if the car spent its life under the summer sun.

Before you start, you'll need your specific code. Lexus made this easy: open your driver's side door and look at the VIN sticker on the jamb. Look for the letters "C/TR" (Color/Trim). The three digits immediately following that "C" are your golden ticket-usually something like 062, 1C0, or 202.

Driveway Repair Tip

Since so many of these ES330 colors are "Pearls" or "Micas," they contain tiny flakes that like to settle at the bottom of the bottle. Shake your touch-up pen or bottle for at least 60 seconds-longer than you think you need to-to wake up those sparkles.

When filling a chip, resist the urge to use the big brush attached to the cap; it's usually too large and creates a "blob." Instead, grab a wooden toothpick, dab a tiny bit of paint onto the tip, and let it flow into the chip. If you're working with a Tricoat (like that beautiful White Pearl), remember that "patience is a virtue." Apply your base color in a thin layer, let it dry completely, and then apply the pearl topcoat. It's better to do two thin, delicate passes than one heavy one that looks like a sticker.