This color is compatible with the following Audis:

MODELS: A3, A4, A5, A6, A7, A8, Q3, Q4 Etron, Q5, Q7, Q8, R8, RS5, RS6, RS7, RSQ8, S4, S5Q, S8, TTCoupe, TTSCoupe, TTSRoadster, e-Tron, A4 Allroad, Q5 d-tron, Q8 Etron, S5, S6, S7, SQ5, e-Tron GT

YEARS: 2023, 2024, 2025

To determine if Brilliant Black is the correct color, check your vehicle's color code. It should match the paint color code, which is LY9T.

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Once you've added custom color paint to your cart, you will need clearcoat and (depending on your damage) other non-paint products to complete your repair.

Your Paint Color Profile

LY9T - Brilliant Black

The Look

This is the Audi tuxedo. Whether it is on a compact A3 or an executive A6, this shade defines the brand. It is deep. It is imposing. It turns an A4 or A5 into a stealth fighter. In the shade, it looks like a bottomless pit of ink. In the sun, the metallic depth comes alive. It makes the body lines look sharp and aggressive. Expect to wash it often. This color hides nothing.

Technical Details

This is a metallic finish. Tiny flakes are suspended in the pigment to catch the light. This provides a rich glow, but it demands a steady hand. If you apply the paint unevenly, you will see stripes or dark patches where the flakes clump together. The goal is a uniform shimmer that matches the rest of the car. It is a high-reward color. It looks expensive because it is hard to master.

Best Practices

Before you spray or dab Audi Brilliant Black (check for code LY9T), you need to shake it for 60 seconds. Your paint code is usually on a white sticker located in the trunk or inside the spare tire well. Test the color on the included card before you touch the car. Apply thin, light layers. Heavy coats will drown the metallic effect and lead to sags. Keep the container moving at a steady flow to ensure the flakes distribute evenly. Work in a garage or the shade to keep the surface cool.

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How to Find Your Audi's Color Code

Audi paint color codes are printed on a paper color id tag, often found around the spare tire area; some Audis also have a metal plate on the driver door jamb. The paper tag can fall off and disappear over time, leaving codes unavailable. Codes can include two parts, e.g., LY9H and P1; LY9H often corresponds to Polar White Clearcoat, and P1 can be used for the same white on some models. Older Audi models can be hard to identify by code; custom matching may be required.

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