Lincoln Pale Adobe Pearl (M7235) Touch Up Paint

The Look

This color represents a sophisticated era for the 2013 Navigator, moving away from flashy golds toward a more grounded, earthy luxury. It carries a warm, champagne-like quality that feels right at home on a vehicle of this size. Because the shade is so close to the natural tones of road dust and dried mud, it is incredibly forgiving if you skip a car wash or two. Since your Lincoln has been on the road for over a decade, you will likely find that this finish has held its character well, though the subtle glow often hides the very chips and scratches you are now preparing to fix.

Technical Details

While some might call this a standard beige, the finish relies on a complex blend of metallic and pearl particles to create its depth. This means that the light interacts with the surface differently depending on the angle. If you do not mix the paint thoroughly, the repair can end up looking like a flat, muddy tan instead of a lustrous pearl. The mica flakes inside the paint need to be suspended evenly so they can catch the sun. Without that balance, the touch-up will stand out because it lacks the "flip" or color shift that makes the original panels look so expensive in the sunlight.

Best Practices

Before you spray or dab Lincoln Pale Adobe Pearl (check for code M7235), you need to shake the container for at least sixty seconds to ensure those heavy pearl pigments are fully integrated. You can verify your color match by looking at the safety certification label on your driver's side door jamb; the code is usually listed next to the "EXT PNT" heading. Test the color on the included card to see how it looks once it is dry, as the shade often darkens slightly as it cures. When you begin the repair in your garage or a patch of shade, keep the container moving to prevent the paint from pooling. Apply several thin layers rather than one thick one, and give it plenty of drying time between each pass to achieve the best results.