COLOR CODEDP0 - Forest Green PearlInfiniti Touch-Up Paint

The Look

This color captures the peak of 1990s Japanese luxury. Whether it sits on the rounded curves of a J30 or the imposing frame of a Q45, this shade was designed to look expensive and understated. Since your car has been on the road for nearly thirty years, the original finish has likely aged into a deeper, moodier tone. It is a classic executive green that appears almost black in the garage, only revealing its rich, forest-like depth once you move it into the light. This is not a bright, flashy color; it is a regal choice that rewards a clean, polished surface.

Technical Details

You are working with a Pearl finish, which means the paint contains tiny mica flakes that give it dimension. These flakes are heavier than the pigment and will settle at the bottom of the container very quickly. If you do not mix the paint thoroughly, you will end up with a flat green that lacks the characteristic glow of the original factory finish. Pearl paints are also sensitive to how they are applied. If you let the paint pool or apply it too heavily in one spot, the mica flakes will clump together and create dark, uneven patches.

Best Practices

Locating your identification plate is the first step. On the G20, I30, and Q45, you should check the firewall in the engine compartment first. On the J30, it is often found on the driver side door jamb. Before you spray or dab Infiniti Forest Green Pearl (check for code DP0), you need to shake it for 60 seconds to ensure the pearl flakes are fully suspended. Test the color on the included card to see how the light hits the mica before you touch the actual bodywork. When you begin, keep the container moving and apply several thin layers rather than one thick coat. This patience allows the pearl to lay flat and ensures the drying time stays consistent across the entire repair.