COLOR CODETV3 - Brilliant Blue Pearl MetallicInfiniti Touch-Up Paint

The Look

This color is the unicorn of the P11 generation. Appearing only for the final 2002 model year of the G20, it served as a vibrant swan song for Infiniti's compact sports sedan. While most G20s spent their lives in conservative silvers or blacks, this finish changed the car's personality entirely, pulling it closer to its legendary Nissan Skyline cousins. Since your G20 has likely been on the road for over two decades, the original finish has probably deepened or shifted slightly, so your goal is to marry the new pigment to that aged, high-character surface.

Technical Details

This is a complex pearl metallic, which means it carries both reflective metal flakes and translucent pearl pigments. It is a temperamental finish because the "flop"-the way the color changes when you look at it from an angle-depends entirely on how those flakes lay down. If you apply the paint too heavily in one spot, the metallics will bunch up and create dark, muddy patches known as mottling. You want the flakes to float evenly in the film, creating that crisp, electric glow that makes this blue so famous.

Best Practices

Pop your hood and look at the center of the firewall; you will find the identification plate there with your color information. Before you spray or dab Infiniti Brilliant Blue Pearl Metallic (check for code TV3), you need to shake the container for at least a full minute to wake up those sunken pigments. To ensure a match, test the color on the included card rather than jumping straight to the car. Whether you are using a nozzle or a brush, keep the container moving and apply several light, thin layers. This prevents the pearl from "pooling" and ensures the repair looks like part of the original factory finish rather than a dark blue smudge. Give each layer enough drying time to lose its wet look before adding the next.