COLOR CODEJV - Sangria Red PearlLincoln Touch-Up Paint

The Look

Your car carries a deep, wine-inspired shade that defined the luxury aesthetic for the 2009 and 2010 model years. Whether it is on a Navigator or an MKZ, this color provides a heavy, sophisticated presence that shifts from a dark burgundy in the shade to a vibrant crimson under direct light. Since your vehicle has likely been on the road for over a decade, you are dealing with a finish that has matured, giving it a character that is more nuanced than a standard factory red.

Technical Details

This is a pearl finish, which means the paint contains microscopic mica flakes designed to reflect light from multiple angles. These flakes are heavier than the red pigment and will naturally sink to the bottom of your container if it has been sitting. If you do not get those particles fully suspended, the repair will look like a flat, muddy maroon rather than a shimmering red. Because it is a pearl, the final appearance depends heavily on how those flakes lay down, making it more complex to match than a simple solid color.

Best Practices

You can find your paint code on the silver VIN sticker located on the driver's side door jamb, usually listed next to the "EXT PNT" label. Before you spray or dab Lincoln Sangria Red Pearl (check for code JV), you must shake the container for at least two minutes to ensure the mica is evenly distributed. Do not skip the step of using the included card; test the color on the included card first to see how it looks against your aged paint. When applying your repair in the garage or the shade, keep the container moving at a steady pace to prevent the mica from clustering in one spot, which can create dark, blotchy areas.