Nissan Dark Tinted Red Tricoat (NBM) Touch Up Paint

The Look

This color is the heavyweight champion of the Nissan palette, defining the Maxima profile from 2018 to 2022. It is a deep, moody red that manages to look sophisticated without being loud. While some reds belong on a race track, this one belongs in a high-end garage. It captures light in a way that highlights the body lines of your car, shifting from a bright cherry glow in the sun to a near-black shadow in the shade.

Technical Details

You are working with a tricoat finish, which means the paint relies on a specific layering process to achieve its depth. This finish uses a metallic pearl mid-coat that acts like a filter. Because this layer is translucent, the final shade depends on your technique. If you apply the paint too thick, the red will look muddy and dark. If you are too light with your layers, the finish will lack the signature glow that makes the car stand out. It is a balance of patience and observation.

Best Practices

Open your driver's side door and look at the identification sticker on the center pillar to confirm your code. Before you spray or dab Nissan Dark Tinted Red Tricoat (check for code NBM), you need to shake it for at least sixty seconds. Those heavy metallic flakes settle at the bottom and need to be fully suspended to match your car. Always test the color on the included card to see how the layers build up before you touch the actual panel. When you apply the paint, keep the container moving to prevent the pearl from grouping together and creating dark spots. Give the paint plenty of drying time between your light coats to ensure the finish stays crisp.