Pontiac G8 Touch Up Paint (23 OEM Colors)

The Color Breakdown

Pontiac didn't just build a car with the G8; they built a statement, and they gave us 23 ways to say it. While you might see the occasional "50 shades of gray" in the wild, they really went for it with the palette. We're talking about legendary names like Ignition Orange Metallic, K-Pow Bluish Purple Metallic, and the fan-favorite Voodoo Blue. Whether your G8 is a stealthy Phantom Metallic or a loud-and-proud Red Hot Red, these colors were designed to turn heads-and they still do, provided we keep the chips at bay.

What to Watch For

The G8 is a beast, but its skin can be a little sensitive. Owners often find that the factory clear coat is on the "soft" side, meaning the front hood and bumper can collect rock chips like a magnet. You might also notice some bubbling or peeling specifically around the rear spoiler or the gas cap. If you see a tiny white speck on your red or blue paint, don't panic-that's just the light-colored primer showing through, and it's nothing your touch-up pen can't handle. To find your exact color match, head to the trunk. Look for a silver or white "Service Parts Identification" sticker located on the spare tire cover or tucked inside the spare tire wheel well. You're looking for a code that starts with "WA" or "U" (like WA687F).

Driveway Repair Tip

Since so many G8 colors involve high-energy metallics and pearls, your biggest secret weapon is a good two-minute shake of the bottle. You want to wake up those metallic flakes so they don't all sit at the bottom. When you're ready to apply, remember: thin is king. Use the tip of your applicator to "dot" the paint into the center of the chip and let it flow to the edges. If you're working on a deep chip, it's better to apply two thin layers with 20 minutes of drying time in between rather than one big blob. If you're working with one of the bolder pearls and it doesn't look perfect on the first dab, just remember that those complex colors require patience-let the paint dry completely before you decide if it needs a second touch.