COLOR CODE1911/MDX - Meteorite Pearl MetallicJaguar Touch-Up Paint

The Look

Jaguar Meteorite Pearl Metallic is a sophisticated, moody grey that defined the luxury of the late nineties. While many cars from this era settled for a basic silver, your Jaguar carries a finish with a complex depth that shifts its personality depending on the light. Whether you are touching up an XJ8 or an XK8, this color represents a time when British design was leaning into a more technical, modern aesthetic. Since your car has likely been on the road for more than two decades, the original finish might have shifted slightly from its factory state, but this color still holds a charcoal-like gravity that keeps the car looking expensive.

Technical Details

This is a Pearl Metallic finish, which means it relies on tiny mica and metallic flakes to create its signature glow. These flakes are heavy and love to settle at the bottom of the container, which is your biggest challenge during a repair. If you apply the paint too heavily in one spot, those flakes will clump together and create a dark, blotchy effect known as mottling. To avoid this, you must focus on building the color with thin, light layers. This ensures the metallic particles lay flat and reflect light evenly across the repair area rather than looking like a dark bruise on the side of your car.

Best Practices

Before you spray or dab Jaguar Meteorite Pearl Metallic (check for code 1911/MDX), you need to shake it for 60 seconds. You can verify your paint code on the identification plate located inside the driver's side door jamb. Always test the color on the included card to see how the metallic flakes are behaving before you touch the actual bodywork. When applying, keep the container moving to ensure the flow remains consistent and the flakes don't pile up. Work in a Garage or the Shade to keep the surface cool, and give the paint plenty of drying time between layers to prevent the finish from sagging or becoming dull.