COLOR CODE717 - Onyx Black EffectVolvo Touch-Up Paint

The Look

This color is the hallmark of modern Volvo sophistication. While a standard solid black can look like a service vehicle, this finish gives your XC60 or S60 the appearance of a tailored suit. In the shade, it is deep and ink-like, but once you pull the car into the light, the metallic particles reveal a charcoal depth. It is a forgiving color for daily drivers because those metallic flakes help mask the light dust and road grime that usually plague the XC70 or V60.

Technical Details

This is a metallic finish, which means it relies on microscopic flakes to create its signature depth. Metallic paints are temperamental. If you apply the paint too heavily in a single pass, the flakes will sink into the wet layer and lose their sparkle, making the repair look darker and flatter than the rest of the car. You must build the color in thin, even layers to ensure the metallic particles stay near the surface where they can catch the light.

Best Practices

You can find your color identification on the sticker located on the driver-side door jamb. Before you spray or dab Volvo Onyx Black Effect (check for code 717), you need to shake it for 60 seconds. This step is vital because the heavy metallic flakes settle at the bottom of the container over time. Test the color on the included card to see how the flakes lay before you move to the vehicle. While applying the paint, keep the container moving to avoid heavy spots and allow for plenty of drying time between each thin layer.