COLOR CODEFCV - Modern SandglowLand-Rover Touch-Up Paint

The Look

This color is a direct tribute to the mud-caked history of the Camel Trophy and the legendary expeditions that defined the original Land Rover spirit. When you see it on a modern Defender, it transforms a luxury SUV into a rugged piece of expedition gear that looks just as good in a desert wash as it does on a city street. Because your vehicle is likely a 2025 or 2026 model, the factory paint is still fresh and has not yet suffered from the typical UV fading seen on older trucks. This makes your touch-up job much easier since you are matching against a vibrant, new finish rather than an aged one. It is a bold, utilitarian choice that prioritizes heritage over the usual sea of silver and black.

Technical Details

This is a solid finish, meaning there is no metallic flake or pearl mixed into the paint. While this makes it easier to match the actual color, solid paints are very honest about how you apply them. Without the sparkle of metallic to distract the eye, every ridge or thick edge in the paint can be seen if you apply it too heavily. Solid colors also tend to highlight dirt and dust more than their metallic cousins, but they offer a crispness that looks incredibly sharp when clean. The benefit for you is that you do not have to worry about the orientation of the paint or "tiger stripes," which can happen with metallic shades if the application is uneven.

Best Practices

You can find your paint information on the sticker located in the passenger-side or driver-side door jamb, or occasionally on the radiator support bar under the hood. Before you spray or dab Land-Rover Modern Sandglow (check for code FCV), you need to shake it for 60 seconds. This is a critical step because the heavy tan and yellow pigments can settle at the bottom of the container. Test the color on the included card to confirm the shade matches before you touch the car. When you begin, keep the container moving to ensure you are applying thin, even layers. Respect the drying time between each coat so the paint can harden properly in the garage or shade. If you are using a pen, use light dabs rather than long strokes to keep the surface flat and level with the surrounding area.