Ford Shadow Black (G1 (2023/24)) Touch Up Paint

The Look

Ford Shadow Black is the backbone of the modern Ford lineup, providing an inky, no-nonsense finish for everything from the rugged Bronco to the work-ready Econoline. It is a deep black that looks sleek on an Edge or EcoSport. While it appears simple, it is a demanding color that highlights every speck of dust and every swirl mark your vehicle has collected over the last few years. It provides a classic, authoritative appearance that never goes out of style but requires a steady hand during repair to maintain that mirror-like depth.

Technical Details

This is a solid finish. There are no metallic flakes or pearls hiding inside the mixture to help you camouflage a poor application. While this means you do not have to worry about the orientation of the paint or how the light hits tiny pieces of glitter, it does mean your surface preparation must be excellent. Without flakes to distract the eye, any debris or texture trapped under the paint will stand out. The benefit is a much easier color match than a complex metallic, as you are only dealing with the pure darkness of the pigment.

Best Practices

You will find your paint code on the driver's side door jamb label, usually listed next to the "EXT PNT" text. Before you spray or dab Ford Shadow Black (check for code G1 (2023/24)), you need to shake it for 60 seconds to ensure the pigments are fully mixed. Test the color on the included card to confirm it matches your specific panel before you touch the car. Whether you are using a nozzle or a brush, keep the container moving to avoid puddles and runs. Work in a garage or the shade to keep the surface cool, and allow plenty of drying time between thin layers rather than trying to cover the damage in one heavy pass.