Lexus GX470 Touch Up Paint (16 OEM Colors)

The Color Breakdown

Lexus really gave us the full spectrum with the GX470, recording 16 distinct colors that range from the buttoned-up Black Onyx to the surprisingly adventurous Salsa Red Metallic and Desert Sage Metallic. While most of these SUVs are seen roaming the suburbs in Silver Pine Metallic or Savannah Metallic, Lexus clearly wasn't afraid to get a little "earthy" with the palette. Whether you're driving a "mall crawler" or an off-road legend, you've got a sophisticated finish that deserves a second life.

What to Watch For

First things first: pop open your driver's side door. You're looking for a sticker in the door jamb with a "C/TR" code-that's your golden ticket to the right bottle. Now, for the reality check: if you own a white or pearl GX (looking at you, Blizzard Pearl), you might notice the paint behaving like it's ready for a vacation, specifically peeling or flaking off in large chips on the hood or roof. This is often due to the factory primer getting a bit tired over the years. You'll also want to keep an eye on the door tops and side mirrors, where the sun tends to bake the finish more than elsewhere.

Driveway Repair Tip

Because so many of these colors are high-end pearls and "Tri-coats," they require patience to get right. Before you start, shake your touch-up bottle for at least two full minutes-those tiny metallic flakes like to settle at the bottom, and you need them swimming around to get that Lexus glow. When applying, think "thin and light." If you have a deep chip, don't try to fill the whole crater in one go. Dab a tiny bit of paint into the center, let it dry, and come back for a second layer. It's better to build a tiny hill of paint than to end up with a messy, runny blob on your fender.