1BH/EAR/2262 - Sunstone Copper Metallic Jaguar Touch Up Paint

The Look

This is not your average bronze or brown. Choosing this color for an F-Type or an F-Pace was a bold move back in 2018 because it behaves like liquid metal under direct sunlight. Since your Jaguar has likely been out in the elements for a few years, you will notice the color has a deep, warm glow that shifts significantly depending on the angle of the light. It was a short-lived option that gave the XE and XF a custom, high-end appearance usually reserved for special vehicle operations.

Technical Details

Before you spray or dab Jaguar Sunstone Copper Metallic (check for code 1BH/EAR/2262), you need to understand that this is a heavy metallic finish. The copper "sparkle" comes from actual metal flakes suspended in the paint. If you apply it too heavily in one spot, those flakes will bunch together and create dark, muddy patches known as mottling. This color demands a steady hand because the way the flakes lay down determines the final shade. If they stand up or clump, the repair will look darker than the rest of your panel.

Best Practices

You can find your paint code on a black sticker located on the driver's side door jamb, usually near the bottom of the pillar. Because of the high metal content, you must shake your container for at least two full minutes to ensure the copper flakes are fully suspended. Always test the color on the included card before touching your car to see how the metallic settles. When applying, keep the container moving to ensure an even distribution of flake. Use light, thin layers and allow plenty of drying time between them. Building the color slowly is the only way to prevent those metallic stripes and ensure the repair blends into the original finish.