Gold Ash Metallic (C2/M7065) Touch-Up Paint for Mercury

The Look

This color defines the final years of the Mercury brand, lending a dignified air to everything from the Grand Marquis to the Mariner. It is the ultimate practical choice because it stays looking clean for weeks, even if your Sable or Monterey has been sitting in the rain or driving through dust. It is not a flashy, bright gold; instead, it is a sophisticated, champagne-leaning neutral that ages far better than flatter colors. Since your car has likely been on the road for nearly two decades, you will notice how well this shade preserves the body lines without drawing attention to every minor nick.

Technical Details

This is a metallic finish, which means your paint contains fine flakes that create that signature shimmer. When you work with metallics, you face a unique challenge called mottling. If the paint goes on too heavy or unevenly, the flakes will cluster together and make the repair look dark or cloudy. Because the metallic particles are heavier than the pigment, they naturally settle at the bottom of the container. Proper mixing is the only way to ensure the shimmer matches the rest of your car.

Best Practices

You will find your official identification on the driver's side door jamb sticker, usually listed right next to the exterior paint label. Before you apply a single drop of Mercury Gold Ash Metallic (code C2/M7065), you must shake the container for at least two full minutes to get those metallic flakes into the flow. Test the color on the included card first to see how the flakes lay down before you touch the car. Keep the container moving as you apply thin, light layers to prevent the color from becoming too dark. Working in your garage or a patch of shade will give you the best control over the drying time so the finish remains even.