Land-Rover Russ Black Pearl (697/PNF) Touch Up Paint

The Look

Your LR3 or Range Rover Sport was designed to look at home both at a gala and in a muddy field. This color captures that duality. It is not a flat, one-dimensional black; it has a depth that mimics a dark night sky. Since your vehicle has likely been on the road for over fifteen years, the original finish has faced everything from highway salt to sun exposure. This means any new paint needs to respect that history. This shade is a favorite for the Range Rover family because it masks road grime better than a pure solid black, but it still demands a clean surface to reveal its true character.

Technical Details

This is a pearl finish, which means it relies on tiny mica flakes to create its signature glow. These flakes are heavier than the paint itself and will sink to the bottom of the vessel while it sits on your shelf. If you fail to mix them properly, the repair will look like a dull, flat black smudge that fails to catch the light. Before you spray or dab Land-Rover Russ Black Pearl (check for code 697/PNF), you need to shake it for 60 seconds. This ensures the mica is suspended evenly so the repair matches the rest of the panel.

Best Practices

You can find your paint code on a sticker located on the driver's side door jamb or under the hood on the radiator support bar. Because of the heavy flake content, you must keep the container moving to prevent the mica from clustering in one spot. This leads to dark splotches or uneven shimmer. Work in a Garage or some Shade to keep the surface cool. Test the color on the included card to verify the flake distribution before touching the car. Apply light, thin layers and allow plenty of drying time between each pass. This patience prevents the paint from sagging and helps the pearl settle into a uniform finish.