COLOR CODEFS - Spruce Green EffectMercury Touch-Up Paint

The Look

Your 2007 Monterey carries a color that defines the tail end of Mercury's era of understated luxury. This shade is a deep, sophisticated forest green with subtle blue undertones that shift depending on the light. Because it was only available for a short window, you are maintaining a rare piece of automotive history. After nearly two decades on the road, the original finish on your Mercury has likely seen its share of sun and weather, so your repair work will breathe new life into that earthy, professional aesthetic.

Technical Details

This is a metallic finish, which means it relies on tiny flakes to create that signature depth. These flakes are heavy and love to sink to the bottom of the container. If you apply the paint too heavily in one spot, the metallic particles will cluster together and create dark, muddy patches that ruin the uniform look. Success depends on light, even layers that allow the metallic "effect" to sit naturally on the surface. Getting the flake orientation right is the difference between a patch that blends in and a dark smudge that catches every eye.

Best Practices

You can find your paint code on the driver's side door jamb, typically printed on the bottom half of the manufacturer's identification sticker. Before you spray or dab Mercury Spruce Green Effect (check for code FS), you need to shake it for 60 seconds to fully suspend those metallic particles. Test the color on the included card first to ensure the hue and flake density look right. When you begin the repair in your garage or a patch of shade, keep the container moving at all times to prevent the paint from pooling. Give the surface plenty of drying time between each thin coat to build the color gradually.