Hi Folks! I just picked up a 2009 2lt and the hood is in dire need of paint.
The tag in the glove box does not have a number, just says waterbased.....
Can anyone help me identify which of the three 2009 reds this is?
I have attached the glovebox info and a picture of the car.
Thanks so much!!!
Steve

tag in glove box, even got down really close and does not look like anything was washed away, paint code just seems to be missing

the color i am trying to match.....

 

Sure can decipher that paint code it is

GM ACDelco Red Jewel Touch Up Paint Code 79U WA517Q

 

Wow! Old Blue! Thanks for the fast reply! oh!!! I see now, it is the last code before the word waterbased, the sites i looked at said it was after..... Thank you so much!!

 

You’re welcome! That’s a very nicely equipped 2LT! Looks like new! Enjoy it!

 

Thanks! It does have all the bells and whistles! Haven't had it checked out yet but all seems good except for occasional hesitation on acceleration. I do know it was sitting for at least 3 months before I picked it up and maybe driving it will help it straighten out :-)

 

Check the timing chain, remove the valve cover and visually inspect for slack in the chain or damaged front guide.

 

Thanks so much for the tip! I will do that as soon as I get a chance.
I have to replace the hood supports before I can tinker inside there! :-)
This is my first car in about 15 years, been driving a sidecar motorcycle all this time........

 

Just so you know, we get a discount from RockAuto

https://www.chevyhhr.net/forums/supp...-2021-a-61707/

 

Nice specimen!

I obsess on that family of reds, my favorite. Good thing you don’t have the 89U tintcoat. Almost the same color. It was stunningly pretty and extra cost, but prolly a PITA to match.

I have the same sunburn problem on my black HHR, hood + roof.

https://www.vehiclehistory.com/repor...specs/lt-w-2lt

 

Thanks Pulpfiction, been playing with getting other little flaws out of the way before I delve into the paint any further!