Volkswagen Heaven Blue Metallic (LR5X/R2) Touch Up Paint

The Look

This color is a rare bird in the Volkswagen catalog. Released primarily for the 2009 "Heaven Blue Edition" of the Beetle and Beetle Convertible, it captures that breezy, open-air feeling the car was built for. It is a very pale, airy blue that leans heavily into its metallic nature, often looking almost silver under overcast skies but popping with a soft, sky-like glow in direct sunlight. Because your Beetle has likely spent over a decade on the road, the original finish might have shifted slightly due to UV exposure, so don't be surprised if the fresh paint looks a bit more vibrant than the weathered panels around it.

Technical Details

This is a true metallic finish, which means the secret to a good repair is all in how you manage the aluminum flakes suspended in the paint. Before you spray or dab Volkswagen Heaven Blue Metallic (check for code LR5X/R2), you need to shake it for at least 60 seconds to ensure those flakes are evenly distributed. If the flakes clump or settle, you will end up with "mottling"-those dark, cloudy streaks that happen when the metallic particles aren't laying flat and even. It is a forgiving color for hiding dust, but it is very sensitive to how heavily it is applied.

Best Practices

To find your official data sticker, head to the trunk and lift the carpet to check the spare tire well; you should see a white paper label with the code printed near the bottom. When you start your repair, test the color on the included card first to see how the metallic settles. If you are using a can, keep the container moving in steady, overlapping passes to prevent the paint from pooling and darkening. If you are using a pen or brush, use light layers rather than one heavy blob. Give it plenty of drying time between coats to let the metallic flakes lock into place before you apply a clear coat to seal the shine.