Infiniti Dark Red Pearl (NAB) Touch Up Paint

The Look

You might know this color by its other aliases like Midnight Garnet or Tuscan Sun, but the sophisticated vibe remains the same across your G37, EX35, or JX35. It is a deep, wine-soaked red that leans into luxury rather than loud, racing aesthetics. Since your Infiniti has likely been on the road since the early 2010s, you have probably noticed how the light catches the curves of the EX37 or QX60 differently at noon than it does at dusk. This finish was designed to look expensive, offering a mature alternative to the more common blacks and silvers of that era.

Technical Details

This is a pearl finish, which is both a blessing and a curse for a repair. The microscopic pearl flakes give the paint its characteristic glow, but those same flakes are heavy and tend to sink to the bottom of the container. If you apply the paint without proper mixing, the repair will look like a flat, muddy maroon instead of the rich garnet it should be. The depth of the color also makes it sensitive to how much paint you apply; too little and the repair looks thin, too much and it looks darker than the surrounding panel.

Best Practices

Before you spray or dab Infiniti Dark Red Pearl (check for code NAB), you need to shake it for 60 seconds. You can usually find this code on the manufacturer sticker inside your driver side door jamb. To get the best results, work in a cool garage or the shade rather than under direct sun. Test the color on the included card first to ensure the pearl is well-mixed and the shade is right. When you begin the repair, keep the container moving to prevent the flakes from clustering in one spot. Allow for adequate drying time between coats so the pearl particles can settle properly into the finish.