COLOR CODE881/CGF 1881/CGH - Madeira PearlJaguar Touch-Up Paint

The Look

You have a rare bird on your hands. This deep, wine-soaked purple only graced the Jaguar lineup for a single year in 1998, giving your car a heavy, dignified presence that lighter colors cannot replicate. Whether it is an XJ or an XK8, this shade thrives in direct sunlight where the hidden red depths finally show up, though it looks nearly black in the shade. Because it was such a short-lived option, it marks your vehicle as a specific piece of Jaguar history from the late nineties.

Technical Details

This is a pearl finish, which means it uses mica particles rather than just standard metallic flakes. Mica acts like a tiny prism, reflecting light in a way that gives the car a three-dimensional depth. The challenge with this finish is consistency. If you apply the paint too heavily in one area, the mica will settle unevenly and the color will appear darker or muddier than the surrounding panels. You should aim to build the color in thin layers to let those particles lay flat and reflect light properly.

Best Practices

Before you spray or dab Jaguar Madeira Pearl (check for code 881/CGF 1881/CGH), you need to shake the container for at least sixty seconds to wake up those heavy mica pigments. You can usually find your paint code on the driver's side door jamb or under the hood. Since your Jaguar has been on the road for over two decades, the original paint has likely shifted in tone. Test the color on the included card to confirm the match before you touch the car itself. When applying, keep the container moving to ensure the finish remains even and avoid puddling. Give each layer enough drying time so the finish does not clump or drag.