Volkswagen Moonlight Blue Pearl (LC5M/C7) Touch Up Paint

The Look

Moonlight Blue Pearl is the ultimate "is it black or is it blue?" finish. It served as the sophisticated, executive choice for the Touareg during its mid-2010s run, giving the SUV a visual weight and presence that flatter colors simply cannot match. Because your car has likely been on the road for several years, you might notice the original finish has matured or developed fine surface wear that softens the blue undertones. This paint thrives on depth, so your job is to restore that ink-like richness without leaving a heavy, obvious patch on your door or hood.

Technical Details

This is a true pearl finish, which is significantly more complex than a standard metallic. Instead of simple aluminum flakes, it uses microscopic mica crystals to trap and reflect light. This creates a color shift that moves from a deep midnight navy in the shade to a vibrant cobalt when the sun hits it directly. The primary risk with this finish is pigment settling. If those crystals aren't distributed evenly, the repair will look like a dull, dark smudge rather than a deep blue. You must be careful with your layering because applying the paint too thick will bury the shimmer and make the repair look darker than the surrounding panel.

Best Practices

You will find your specific code on a white paper sticker tucked inside the spare tire well or printed in the front of your service book. Before you touch up your Volkswagen Moonlight Blue Pearl, verify that your sticker says LC5M/C7, then shake the container for at least two full minutes. Those heavy mica flakes sink to the bottom quickly and need a lot of agitation to mix back into the blue resin. Always test the color on the included card to ensure the shimmer density matches your car's current look. Whether you are using a nozzle or a brush, keep the container moving to prevent the paint from pooling. Let the area have plenty of drying time between light coats to ensure the pearls lay flat and catch the light correctly.