Nissan Lakeshore Blue Metallic (B30) Touch Up Paint

The Look

Nissan Lakeshore Blue Metallic is a teal-heavy shade that defined the presence of the Armada, Titan, and Quest during the late 2000s. Since your vehicle has likely seen its fair share of miles, you probably appreciate how this color hides road dust and grime better than a standard navy. It is a moody, aquatic blue that looks conservative in the shade but reveals a distinct green-blue depth when the sun hits the panels. It gives those larger vehicles a more rugged, outdoorsy personality compared to the usual sea of silver and black.

Technical Details

This is a metallic finish, which means it relies on tiny flakes suspended in the paint to create that signature glow. If you apply the paint too thick in one spot, those flakes will bunch together and create a dark, muddy patch that looks like a bruise on the side of your car. This happens because the flakes cannot lay flat if the paint is too heavy. You want thin, even layers to ensure the metallic particles distribute themselves in a way that catches the light at the same angle as the original factory finish.

Best Practices

You will find your color information on a silver or white sticker located on the driver's side door jamb, usually right on the center pillar near the floor. Before you spray or dab Nissan Lakeshore Blue Metallic (check for code B30), you need to shake it for 60 seconds. Metallic particles are heavy and sink to the bottom of the container, so thorough mixing is the only way to get a match. Test the color on the included card to verify the flake density before you touch the vehicle. Keep the container moving at all times to avoid puddles and give each layer plenty of drying time so the finish remains crisp. Work in a garage or the shade to keep the metal surface cool while you work.