Land-Rover Avalon Blue Pearl (LRC575/JUV) Touch Up Paint

The Look

This color is a definitive slice of 1990s British luxury. During the mid-nineties, this deep, teal-leaning blue was a hallmark of the Range Rover Classic and the first-generation Discovery. It perfectly captured that transition period where these vehicles moved from agricultural tools to high-end status symbols. It is a sophisticated shade that looks like deep water; it appears almost black in the shade but reveals a rich, green-blue glow once the sun hits the panels. Because your vehicle has been facing the elements for over twenty-five years, the original finish has likely shifted slightly toward a flatter tone, so the new pigment will always look a bit more vibrant initially.

Technical Details

This is a true pearl finish, which means it contains translucent mica particles rather than just standard metallic flakes. Pearl finishes are notorious for their "flip," meaning the color looks different depending on the angle of the light. The challenge here is consistency. If the mica particles are not distributed evenly, you will end up with dark patches or "tiger stripes" across the repair area. Since mica is heavier than the blue pigment, it tends to sink to the bottom of the container quickly. If you do not keep the suspension uniform, the repair will look like a solid dark blue without the characteristic shimmer that defines this era of Land Rover design.

Best Practices

Before you spray or dab Land-Rover Avalon Blue Pearl (check for code LRC575/JUV), you need to shake it for 60 seconds. You should find your paint code stamped on a metal plate located on the radiator slam panel under the bonnet or occasionally on the driver-side door pillar. Once you are ready to begin, work in a cool garage or the shade to prevent the paint from drying too fast. Test the color on the included card first to see how the pearl settles. When applying, keep the container moving in steady, overlapping passes. It is much better to apply three thin layers than one heavy one, as heavy layers cause the mica to "flood" and lose its reflective depth. Allow plenty of drying time between each coat to ensure the metallic structure stays locked in place.