Lincoln Agate Black Metallic (UM/M7414) Touch Up Paint

The Look

This is the shade that brought Lincoln into its modern era of "Quiet Luxury." If you are driving a Continental or an MKX from the 2019 to 2022 window, your car was designed to look deep and formal without being overly flashy. This color replaced the older, more glittery blacks with something that feels more like a polished obsidian. It makes the heavy chrome on your MKC or MKT pop, but be warned: like any high-end black, it acts as a mirror for every speck of dust and light scratch.

Technical Details

While this looks like a standard deep black in the shade, it is a true metallic finish. It contains very fine silver flakes that give the paint its "Agate" depth. The risk with this specific finish is mottling. If the metallic flakes aren't distributed evenly, the repair will look like a dark, muddy smudge rather than a crisp shimmer. It is a delicate balance because the metallic is so subtle that you might be tempted to apply it too thick to see the sparkle, which actually ruins the match.

Best Practices

Before you spray or dab Lincoln Agate Black Metallic (check for code UM/M7414 on the sticker inside your driver's door jamb), you need to shake the container for at least sixty seconds. Those fine flakes settle quickly, and you need them fully suspended in the paint for a correct match. Test the color on the included card first to ensure the shimmer matches your car's specific age and wear. Work in your garage or the shade to keep the surface cool. Whether you are using a nozzle or a pen, keep the container moving to avoid pooling. Use light layers and allow plenty of drying time between each one to ensure the flakes stay right where they belong.