Mitsubishi Labrador Black Pearl (X42) Touch Up Paint

The Look

Whether you are touching up a battle-scarred Lancer Evolution or refreshing a dependable Outlander, this color is a cornerstone of the Mitsubishi identity. It is far from a standard, flat black. In the shade, it carries a heavy, obsidian presence, but direct sunlight reveals a sophisticated depth filled with microscopic blue and silver mica flakes. Since your car has likely been on the road for several seasons, you have probably noticed that this finish is a magnet for fine scratches and road debris. Restoring that deep shimmer is the only way to bring back the aggressive, high-end look that defines the Mirage and Lancer lineups.

Technical Details

This is a true pearl finish, which means it behaves differently than a simple solid color. The tiny flakes inside the mixture are what create that three-dimensional effect, but they are also heavy and prone to settling at the bottom of the container. If you do not mix them thoroughly, the repair will look like a dull, flat black that does not match the rest of the panel. You must also be careful with how you apply the layers; if the pearl flakes clump together, you might see dark patches or "stripes" in the finish. Consistency is the secret to making the repair disappear into the original paint.

Best Practices

Before you spray or dab Mitsubishi Labrador Black Pearl (check for code X42), you need to shake it for 60 seconds to ensure those pearls are fully suspended. You can find your paint code on a small metal plate located on the firewall in the back of the engine compartment, or occasionally on a sticker inside the passenger side door pillar. Once you are ready, test the color on the included card to see how the flakes settle. When applying, keep the container moving to ensure an even distribution of the mica. Give each layer enough drying time before moving to the next, as building the color slowly is better than trying to cover the damage in one heavy pass.