Lincoln Dark Blue Pearl (DX/M7083) Touch Up Paint

The Look

This color is the embodiment of mid-2000s American luxury. If you are working on an Aviator or a Zephyr from this era, you know that this shade behaves like a chameleon. In a dark garage or under a cloudy sky, it presents as a deep, nearly-black navy that anchors the car's heavy lines. However, once you pull it into the sunlight, the blue wakes up. It was designed to look expensive and understated, providing a sophisticated alternative to the more common blacks and silvers of the time. Since your Lincoln has likely been on the road for nearly two decades, the original finish has probably deepened, making a fresh touch-up look slightly brighter until it fully cures.

Technical Details

You are working with a Pearl finish, which is significantly more complex than a standard solid color. This paint contains specialized mica particles that reflect light at different angles to create depth. The biggest challenge you face is ensuring those particles lay down evenly. If the paint is applied too heavily in one spot, the pearl can "mottle," creating dark splotches or stripes because the flakes are clustering together rather than floating freely in the finish. It is a rewarding color to fix because it hides small imperfections well, but you must be patient with your layering to maintain that factory shimmer.

Best Practices

You can find your paint code on the driver's side door jamb or the door edge, usually listed next to the "EXT PNT" label. Before you spray or dab Lincoln Dark Blue Pearl (check for code DX/M7083), you need to shake it for 60 seconds. Those pearl particles are heavy and will settle at the bottom of the container, so mixing is the most important step for a color match. Always test the color on the included card before touching the car. When applying, keep the container moving to prevent the paint from pooling. Use several thin layers rather than one thick one, allowing for plenty of drying time between each pass. This ensures the blue remains crisp and the metallic effect stays uniform across the repair.