COLOR CODERAM - Grayish Blue PearlInfiniti Touch-Up Paint

The Look

This color defines the peak executive era of the M37, M56, and M35 sedans. It carries a professional weight that shifts from a stormy slate to a soft oceanic blue depending on the clouds above. Since your Infiniti has likely been on the road for over a decade, you might notice the finish looks a bit more gray than blue when viewed in direct sunlight. It is a sophisticated, chameleon-like look that hides road grime well but demands a steady hand when you fix a chip.

Technical Details

This is a pearl finish, which relies on tiny mica particles rather than simple metal flakes to catch the light. Pearl finishes are notoriously sensitive to how they are layered. If you apply the paint too heavily in one spot, the mica will cluster and create a dark, muddy patch that ruins the transition between blue and gray. You need thin, even layers to ensure the depth of the finish matches the rest of the panel. Because of the age of these cars, the clear coat has likely thinned, so the way the light hits the mica is the most important part of the repair.

Best Practices

You can find your color information on the manufacturer sticker located on the driver's side door jamb. Before you spray or dab Infiniti Grayish Blue Pearl (check for code RAM), you need to shake it for 60 seconds. This is the only way to get the heavy mica particles off the bottom of the container. Test the color on the included card to see how the blue tones react to the light in your garage. When you move to the car, keep the container moving to prevent the paint from pooling, and allow for plenty of drying time between each thin coat to keep the finish crisp.