Lincoln Spinnaker Blue (7A/6047) Touch Up Paint

The Look

This color serves as a frozen moment in time from 1986. While the decade was full of bold reds and deep blacks, this shade offered a reserved, executive alternative for the Lincoln lineup. Whether your project is a flagship Town Car or a performance-oriented Mark VII, this blue provides a dignified character that fits the era of sharp lines and chrome accents. Because your Lincoln has spent decades on the road, the original paint may have shifted in tone, but this pigment captures the spirit of the factory finish.

Technical Details

This is a metallic finish, which means the paint contains small flakes that catch the sun to create depth. These flakes are heavier than the paint itself and sink to the bottom of the container. Without proper mixing, your touch-up will look flat or mismatched. Before you spray or dab Lincoln Spinnaker Blue (check for code 7A/6047), you must shake the container for sixty seconds. If the paint goes on thick, the flakes will cluster and create dark, blotchy areas known as mottling. Thin coats are the way to keep the finish uniform.

Best Practices

You can find your color code on the safety label inside the driver's side door jamb or on the door pillar. It is listed under the heading for exterior paint. When you start your work, keep the container moving across the surface to ensure the metal flakes distribute in a balanced pattern. One heavy layer will ruin the metallic effect, so use multiple thin applications. Give each layer drying time to set before you add the next. Test the color on the included card to see how the flakes reflect the light before you apply paint to the body of your car.