2024 Isuzu NPR Paint Codes & Touch-Up Guide

Quick reference

Where to find your paint code

For the 2024 Isuzu NPR, you'll typically find your paint code on a sticker located on the driver's side door jamb or door ajar. Open the driver's door and look for a label similar to the one shown in your owner's manual. The paint code is usually a three or four-digit number, often preceded by "BC/CC" or "EXT PNT." Sometimes, it might also have a "WA" prefix, like WA8624 for Summit White. If you have trouble locating it, your owner's manual will provide a diagram, or you can check with your Isuzu dealer using your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).

Best touch-up paint sources

When it comes to touching up minor scratches or chips on your 2024 Isuzu NPR, several reliable sources can provide you with a perfect match:

• Dupli-Color: A widely available brand, Dupli-Color offers touch-up pens, paint bottles, and spray cans for many popular vehicle colors. You can often find their products at automotive parts stores. Be sure to match your paint code precisely.
• AutomotiveTouchup: This company specializes in custom-mixed touch-up paint. They can create an exact match for your Isuzu NPR's paint code, offering various product sizes from pens to aerosols and larger paint quantities for more extensive repairs. Their quality is generally very high, and they are a go-to for accurate color matching.
• Tcoat custom-mix: Tcoat is another excellent option for custom-mixed paint, often favored by detailers and enthusiasts for its precision. They can match even less common or older colors.
• Dealership: Your authorized Isuzu dealer can also supply touch-up paint specifically formulated for your NPR. While sometimes a bit pricier, this guarantees an OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) match.

How to use touch-up paint

Achieving a seamless repair with touch-up paint requires a bit of patience and the right technique:

1. Clean the area: Thoroughly clean the chipped or scratched area with soap and water, then dry it completely. You can also use a prep solvent to remove any wax or silicone residues.
2. Apply primer (if needed): For deeper chips that go down to the bare metal or plastic, apply a thin layer of automotive primer. Allow it to dry according to the product's instructions.
3. Apply base coat: Shake your touch-up paint thoroughly. Apply thin, even coats to the damaged area. If using a brush, try to stay within the confines of the chip. For pens, dab lightly. Allow each coat to dry completely before applying the next. Build up the paint slowly until it's level with the surrounding surface.
4. Apply clear coat: Once the base coat is dry, apply a thin layer of clear coat. This protects the paint and helps it blend with the factory finish. Allow it to cure fully.
5. Optional: Wet sanding and polishing: For advanced users, once the clear coat has fully cured (this can take a few days), you can very carefully wet sand the area with fine-grit sandpaper (e.g., 2000-3000 grit) and then polish it to a high shine. This step requires care to avoid damaging the surrounding original paint.

Color matching tips for pearls and tri-coats

While the 2024 Isuzu NPR primarily offers solid and metallic colors, if you encounter a pearl or tri-coat finish (which is less common on commercial vehicles but good to know for future reference), color matching becomes more intricate. Pearl and tri-coat paints achieve their unique depth and shimmer through multiple layers of paint, including a colored base coat, a mid-coat containing pearl flakes, and a final clear coat. When touching up these types of finishes, it's crucial to apply each layer separately and allow adequate drying time between coats to achieve the desired effect and match the surrounding paint. If you're uncertain about matching a pearl or tri-coat, it's always best to consult with a professional body shop or use a custom-mix touch-up paint supplier who can guide you through the process or even mix the specific layers for you.

Always confirm your paint code with your VIN at a dealership or reputable paint supplier to ensure an exact match.

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