Ford Kapoor Red Pearl (AW/M7447) Touch Up Paint

The Look

You chose a color that moved the Transit line away from the standard fleet of white and silver boxes. This red is deep, saturated, and was only available for a short window between 2019 and 2022. Because your Transit or Transit Connect has been on the road for a few seasons, you will notice this finish still has a professional, high-end weight to it that solid reds lack. It is a rare sight on the road, often attracting compliments because it shifts from a dark berry tone in the shade to a bright crimson when the sun hits the panels.

Technical Details

This is a pearl finish, which means the paint contains tiny mica flakes that reflect light from multiple angles. While this provides a beautiful depth, it comes with a specific challenge for your repair. The heavy pearl particles tend to sink to the bottom of the container. If you do not mix the paint thoroughly, your touch-up will look like a flat, dark red and will not match the rest of the body. You also need to be careful with how thick you apply the paint. If the product pools in one spot, the pearl flakes will bunch together and create a dark, muddy patch that stands out against the factory finish.

Best Practices

You can find your specific paint code on the driver-side door jamb, usually located at the bottom of the VIN sticker next to the text EXT PNT. Before you spray or dab Ford Kapoor Red Pearl (check for code AW/M7447), you need to shake it for 60 seconds. This ensures the mica flakes are evenly distributed so the sparkle matches your van. Always test the color on the included card before touching your vehicle to ensure the darkness is correct. Work in a cool garage or the shade, never in direct sunlight. To get the best match, apply several thin layers rather than one heavy coat, and keep the container moving to ensure the flakes lay down flat. Give the paint plenty of drying time between these layers to prevent the color from dragging or blurring.