Infiniti Dark Blue Pearl (BM1) Touch Up Paint

The Look

This shade represents the peak of 1990s executive luxury. Originally found on the flagship Q45 and the I30, it was designed to look professional in the shade and come alive under direct sunlight. Since your car has been on the road for nearly thirty years, you will notice that this deep blue is excellent at hiding the road film and minor surface contaminants that lighter silvers or whites tend to highlight. It provides a dense, sophisticated appearance that anchors the large panels of these classic sedans, giving them a heavy, substantial presence that modern translucent blues often lack.

Technical Details

This is a pearl finish, which means it contains ground mica instead of standard aluminum flakes. While this creates a deeper and more liquid-looking shine than a basic metallic, it comes with a specific challenge. The mica particles are heavy and love to settle at the bottom of the container. If you do not mix them thoroughly, the color will look like a flat navy blue rather than the rich pearl you expect. Without a consistent flow, you risk creating dark spots where the pearl piles up, which will make the repair look like a bruise on the side of your car.

Best Practices

Before you spray or dab Infiniti Dark Blue Pearl (check for code BM1), you need to shake it for 60 seconds. This ensures the pearl particles are suspended evenly so the color matches the rest of your panel. You can find your paint code on the driver's side door jamb or on the firewall located in the center of the engine compartment. Test the color on the included card to see how the mica reacts to the light before you move to the vehicle. When applying, keep the container moving to ensure the pearl lays down flat and even. Give each layer plenty of drying time, as rushing the process can cause the heavy pigments to sag.