Land-Rover Carmen Red Pearl (LRC843/COG) Touch Up Paint

The Look

Your Land-Rover Carmen Red Pearl (Code: LRC843/COG) is a relic of the brand's pivot toward luxury in the 1990s. While rugged utility was still the core, this color added a layer of sophistication to the Range Rover P38 and Discovery models that define that era. It is a deep, wine-toned red that shifts slightly in the sun, moving from a brooding maroon in the shade to a vibrant crimson under direct light. Since your vehicle has been on the road for over two decades, the original paint has likely softened its edges, meaning your touch-up will need to bridge the gap between that aged factory finish and the fresh pigment in your hands.

Technical Details

This is a pearl finish, which means it contains translucent mica flakes rather than the larger flakes found in standard metallics. These particles are what give the color its depth, but they can be temperamental. If you apply the paint too heavily in one spot, those mica bits will clump together and make the repair look darker or muddier than the rest of the panel. The goal is to keep the mica suspended evenly. Because this is a red, it is also prone to fading from UV exposure; don't be surprised if the new paint looks slightly more saturated than your weathered hood or roof at first.

Best Practices

Before you begin, find your paint code on the silver VIN plate, typically located under the hood on the radiator slam panel or near the door aperture. To get the best results, shake your container for a full minute to ensure the pearl particles are fully integrated. Test the color on the included card to see how the mica settles before touching your car. When you move to the vehicle, work in the shade and apply the paint in thin, light layers. Whether you are using a nozzle or a brush, keep the container moving to prevent the pigment from pooling. Give it ample drying time between coats so you don't drag the previous layer, which would ruin the metallic alignment.