Lexus GX 460 Paint Info
The Color Breakdown
The Lexus GX 460 is essentially a tuxedo-clad mountain goat, and Lexus has dressed it accordingly with a staggering 24 recorded colors. While they definitely leaned into the "classy executive" vibe with a dozen shades of silver and grey-like Liquid Platinum and Mercury Gray Metallic-they also let the designers have some fun. We see bold choices like the fan-favorite Nori Green Pearl and the rich Sienna Brown Pearl. Whether you're driving the "rugged-chic" Amber CS Effect or the classic Black Onyx, this car was built to look good while getting muddy.
What to Watch For
Before you start dabbing paint, you need to find your "ID card." Open your driver's door and look at the jamb for the VIN sticker. You're searching for the letters "C/TR" (Color/Trim). The three-digit code right after that (like 070 for Blizzard Pearl or 212 for Obsidian) is your golden ticket.
Now, for the honest truth: Lexus paint is famously "soft." This means it's prone to catching rock chips, especially on that broad, flat hood and the front pillars. If you own the Blizzard Pearl Tricoat, keep a close eye on your roof and fenders; this specific color has a history of "primer shyness" where the paint likes to peel away from the metal. If you see a chip, treat it quickly to stop that peeling in its tracks!
Driveway Repair Tip
Many of these colors, like Starfire Pearl or Matador Red Tricoat, are "Tricoats." This means the sparkle is layered, and matching that depth requires patience.
When using your touch-up bottle, shake it for a full two minutes-even if your arm gets tired-to wake up those pearl flakes. Instead of using the big brush that comes in the cap (which often leaves a "blob"), try using the tip of a wooden toothpick. Dab a tiny amount of paint into the center of the chip and let it flow to the edges. It's much better to do three paper-thin layers than one giant glob that stands out like a sore thumb. Give each layer 20 minutes to dry, and you'll have that GX looking showroom-ready in no time.