Volkswagen Reflex Silver (LA7W) Touch Up Paint

The Look

Whether you are cleaning up a rock chip on your GLI or fixing a scuff on your Atlas, you are working with the most iconic silver in the brand's history. This color has defined the look of German engineering for over two decades because it highlights body lines without demanding a car wash every three days. It gives your GTI or Arteon a technical, machined appearance that looks sharp under garage lights and hides road grime better than almost any other finish on the market.

Technical Details

This is a high-content metallic finish, which presents a specific challenge for a small-scale repair. The finish relies on tiny aluminum flakes to catch the light. If those flakes do not distribute evenly, the repair will look like a dark, muddy smudge instead of a bright silver. This mottling happens when the paint stays too wet for too long or if the container is not shaken enough. You want the silver to shimmer and match the factory depth, so the way you handle the tool is the difference between a hidden fix and a sore thumb.

Best Practices

Before you spray or dab Volkswagen Reflex Silver (check for code LA7W), you need to shake it for 60 seconds to wake up those metallic particles. You can find your official code on a white paper sticker inside the trunk, usually tucked near the spare tire or under the floor carpet. Test the color on the included card first to ensure the flake density looks right. When you start the repair, keep the container moving across the surface to prevent the silver from pooling in one spot. Use thin layers and allow plenty of drying time to ensure the metallic flakes lock into place correctly.