Volkswagen Stonewashed Blue Effect (LD5H/5Y) Touch Up Paint

The Look

If you are driving a 2016 Beetle Denim, you are piloting a piece of rolling fashion history. This shade was a one-year-wonder designed to mimic the lived-in look of a favorite pair of jeans. It is not just a blue; it is a retro tribute that only about a thousand other drivers on the road can claim. Since your Beetle has likely spent the last few years out in the elements, the metallic flakes in the original finish have settled into a soft, specific glow that defines the personality of the car.

Technical Details

This is a metallic finish, which presents a specific challenge for your repair. Because the paint contains tiny particles to create that denim-like shimmer, the depth of the color changes based on how heavy you apply it. If you go too thick with the application, the blue will appear darker and muddy. If you go too thin, the repair will look dusty and gray. You want to aim for a medium density so the metallic flakes lay flat and catch the light the same way the factory finish does in the garage or shade.

Best Practices

To find your code, open the trunk and lift the spare tire cover; you should see a white paper sticker near the wheel well or in your service booklet. Before you spray or dab Volkswagen Stonewashed Blue Effect (check for code LD5H/5Y), you need to shake it for 60 seconds to wake up those heavy metallic flakes that settle at the bottom. Test the color on the included card to see how the flakes look under different light. When you move to the car, keep the container moving to prevent the paint from pooling and causing dark spots. Give each layer enough drying time so you do not drag the previous coat around with the nozzle, pen, or brush.