Pop Lila (L40M) Touch-Up Paint for Audi

The Look

This is 1973 in a bottle. Pure, unapologetic disco. It only lived for one year, making it a ghost on modern roads. You'll find it on the curves of the Audi 80 and 100 from that single production run. It isn't a subtle shade. It's a loud, saturated purple that demands attention. If you are fixing a survivor car, you aren't just painting; you are preserving a piece of weird history.

Technical Details

This is a solid finish. No metal flakes. No pearl. That is a massive advantage for a DIY fix. You don't have to worry about heavy metallic particles settling unevenly or creating stripes. It's just pure pigment. However, solid colors like this are honest. They show every ripple and dent in the bodywork. The flow needs to be consistent to get that flat, deep look. Because it is a 1970s formula, the original paint on the car has likely shifted toward a lighter or chalkier tone over the decades.

Best Practices

Pop the trunk. You'll usually find the code on a paper sticker near the spare tire well or the back panel. Before you spray or dab Audi Pop Lila (check for code L40M), you need to shake it for 60 seconds. This is critical for solids to ensure the purple pigment is fully suspended. Test the color on the included card first to see how it looks against your aged paint. Work in the Garage or Shade to keep the surface cool. Keep the container moving at all times to prevent heavy spots. Respect the Drying time between layers. One thick coat is a mistake; three thin layers is the win.