Nissan Midnight Blue Metallic (RAB) Touch Up Paint

The Look

This color defines a specific era for Nissan, appearing on everything from the rugged Frontier to the more refined Maxima and Pathfinder. It is a moody, deep navy that behaves like a chameleon. In the shade of your garage, it often passes for a standard black, but direct sunlight pulls out a rich, dark blue that gives the car much more dimension. Because most vehicles wearing this shade have been on the road since at least 2014, your original paint has likely faced years of UV exposure. This means the finish on your Altima or SUV might be a hair lighter than it was on the showroom floor, so focus on thin applications to help the new paint blend with the old.

Technical Details

This is a true metallic finish, which means it relies on tiny flakes to create that signature depth. Metallics are notorious for a problem called mottling, where the flakes cluster together and create dark, blotchy spots instead of a smooth shimmer. If the paint is applied too thick or too fast, those particles sink and overlap, which kills the color-shifting effect. Before you spray or dab Nissan Midnight Blue Metallic (check for code RAB), you need to shake it for 60 seconds to ensure those flakes are suspended evenly.

Best Practices

You can find your paint code on the silver or black sticker located on the driver's side door jamb, or occasionally on a metal plate bolted to the firewall under the hood. Once you have the right match, test the color on the included card to see how the metallic particles settle. Whether you are using a pen or a nozzle, keep the container moving at all times to avoid pooling. Apply the paint in light, thin layers rather than one heavy coat. Give the repair plenty of drying time before you decide to add a second layer or move on to the clear coat.