COLOR CODEG1 (2023/24) - Lustrous GrayLincoln Touch-Up Paint

The Look

This shade is the face of the modern Lincoln era, specifically defining the redesigned Nautilus. It carries the weight of a premium flagship color, offering a depth that standard grays cannot reach. Since your Nautilus is likely still quite fresh, the surrounding factory paint will have a high-gloss clarity. This color doesn't just sit on the surface; it uses a complex pigment structure to give the car a weighted, substantial presence that feels more like liquid metal than a simple topcoat.

Technical Details

This is a metallic finish, which means your repair depends entirely on the orientation of the tiny flakes within the paint. Metallic colors like this are prone to looking too dark or "patchy" if the paint pools in one spot. This happens because the heavy metal particles sink to the bottom of the wet layer rather than floating evenly. Because the contrast between the gray base and the sparkle is so specific, you need to be mindful of how much paint you apply at once to prevent the repair from standing out as a dull shadow.

Best Practices

Before you spray or dab Lincoln Lustrous Gray (check for code G1 (2023/24)), you need to shake the container for at least a full minute to get those metallic flakes off the bottom. You can find your paint code on the manufacturer's sticker inside the driver-side door jamb, usually listed next to the "EXT PNT" label. Always test the color on the included card to confirm the shade matches before you touch the car. To get the best result, keep the container moving and apply several thin layers rather than one heavy coat. This allows the metallic particles to lay flat and gives you a much better chance of a clean match. Make sure to allow enough drying time between layers so the paint doesn't sag or trap moisture.