Toyota Avalon Touch Up Paint (71 OEM Colors)

The Color Breakdown

Toyota has treated the Avalon like the secret rebel of their lineup, recording a staggering 71 colors over the years. They really went for it with names like Cassis Metallic, Pistachio Effect, and Opulent Amber Pearl. But let's be honest: if you're looking at your driveway right now, there is a 90% chance you're staring at one of their "50 shades of grey." Between Magnetic Gray Metallic, Silver Pine, and Phantom Gray, Toyota has perfected the art of looking professional while hiding a week's worth of road salt.

What to Watch For

Before you start, you need to find your "C/TR" (Color/Trim) code. Pop the driver's door and look at the sticker on the jamb; it's a three-digit code right at the bottom. If you own a Super White 2 or Blizzard Pearl Avalon, you've likely noticed the "Toyota Flake"-a common issue where the paint decides it wants to retire early and peels away from the edges of the hood or roof. Even if you don't have the peeling issue, the Avalon's clear coat is famously soft. This means those tiny pebbles on the highway treat your front bumper like a punching bag, leaving behind white "battle scar" chips that need your attention.

Driveway Repair Tip

If you're working with one of those gorgeous pearls like Wind Chill Pearl or Blue Pearl Tricoat, you have to be the human equivalent of a paint mixer. These colors rely on tiny mica flakes for that "jewelry" look, and they love to settle at the bottom of the bottle. Shake your touch-up pen or bottle for a full 60 seconds-yes, time it-to wake up those sparkles. When you apply it, think "less is more." Use the tip of the brush to dab a tiny amount into the center of the chip and let it flow to the edges. Two thin layers will always look better and last longer than one big, gloppy mountain of paint.