Lexus Amethyst Metallic (941) Touch Up Paint

The Look

This is one of the rarest shades to ever grace the LS400, appearing for only a brief window during the late nineties. It captures a specific era of flagship luxury where the goal was subtle prestige rather than flashy brightness. Since your car has likely been on the road for over twenty-five years, the original finish has probably matured into a deep, regal plum that looks nearly black in the shade. When the sun hits those flat body panels, the violet undertones wake up and give the car a presence that modern silvers and whites just cannot match.

Technical Details

This is a complex metallic finish, which means the appearance of the repair depends entirely on how the flakes lay down. The biggest risk with a deep metallic like this is mottling, where the dark pigments and silver flakes clump together to create uneven shadows or stripes. Because the purple tones are so sensitive to light, any area where the paint is applied too heavily will look darker than the rest of the panel. You want to focus on light, even coats to keep the metallic particles suspended in a uniform grid, ensuring that the violet glow remains consistent across the repair.

Best Practices

Before you apply Lexus Amethyst Metallic (check for code 941), you must shake the container for a full minute to ensure the heavy metallic flakes are properly mixed. You can verify your color match by looking at the manufacturer sticker on the driver side door jamb, where the code is listed next to the C/TR heading. Always test the color on the included card before touching your car to see how the metallic settles. Work in a cool garage or under a steady shade to prevent the paint from drying too quickly. Keep the container moving at a steady pace and allow plenty of drying time between layers to prevent the pigments from sagging or pooling.