Land-Rover Scotia Grey Metallic (1BC/LAZ/943) Touch Up Paint

The Look

Scotia Grey is not your typical parking lot silver. It is a moody, sophisticated shade that feels right at home on a Discovery Sport or an Evoque. If you drive an LR4 or a Range Rover Sport in this color, you have probably noticed how it shifts depending on the light. It carries a distinct greenish-blue undertone that separates it from the flatter, industrial greys of the era. It was designed to look rugged and expensive at the same time, making it a favorite for those who want their Land Rover to look as good in the city as it does on a muddy trail.

Technical Details

This is a metallic finish, which presents a specific challenge for your repair. Those tiny flakes that give the paint its depth like to settle at the bottom of the container. If you do not mix them properly, the color will look dull or appear too dark. Metallics are also prone to mottling, where the flakes bunch up and create dark spots or stripes. This usually happens if the paint is applied too heavily in one pass. Since your vehicle has likely faced a few years of weather, the goal is to get those flakes to lie flat and even so they catch the light exactly like the surrounding panels.

Best Practices

You will usually find your paint code on the driver-side door jamb or on the VIN plate located under the hood. Before you spray or dab Land-Rover Scotia Grey Metallic (check for code 1BC/LAZ/943), you need to shake it for 60 seconds. This is the only way to wake up the heavy metallic particles that have settled at the bottom. Test the color on the included card to see how the flakes distribute before you move to the actual repair. Whether you are using a nozzle, brush, or pen, keep the container moving to ensure a steady flow. Apply the paint in thin layers and give it plenty of drying time before adding more. Work in a garage or the shade to keep the surface cool and the finish even.