Infiniti Red Pearl (A54) Touch Up Paint

The Look

This is the definitive "fast" color for the G37 and Q60 era. It is a deep, emotional red that defines the curves of a coupe. Unlike the flatter reds found on older models, this finish has a specific depth that makes the car look like it is glowing from within. If you own a G25 in this shade, you have a car that looks much more expensive than it actually is. It is a high-energy color that demands attention, but it shows every bit of road grime, so keep a microfiber towel handy.

Technical Details

You are dealing with a pearl finish, which means there are tiny mica flakes swimming in the pigment. These flakes are heavy and love to sink to the bottom of the container. If you do not mix them thoroughly, your repair will look like a flat, dark red spot instead of a shimmering match. Red is also notorious for fading under the sun. Since your car has likely been on the road for over a decade, the existing paint might be slightly lighter than the factory-fresh batch in your hand. This makes the layering process vital to getting the right depth.

Best Practices

You can usually find your paint information on a sticker located in the driver side door jamb or on the firewall inside the engine compartment. Before you spray or dab Infiniti Red Pearl (check for code A54), you need to shake it for at least 60 seconds to wake up those mica particles. Test the color on the included card to see how many coats you need to match your car's current level of fade. Apply the paint in thin, even layers in the shade or your garage. Keep the container moving to avoid heavy spots that can turn into dark sags. Give it plenty of drying time before you apply a clear coat, which is the only way to make that pearl effect really pop.