Volvo Liquid Blue Effect (721) Touch Up Paint

The Look

This color captures the airy, Nordic spirit that defines the modern Volvo era. When you see it on an S90 or a V60, it feels less like a standard paint job and more like a block of sunlit ice. It was a flagship choice for the brand's 2017 design refresh, moving away from safe greys toward something more expressive but still quiet. Because your car has likely seen a few winters, this shade is excellent at hiding light road salt and dust, though it will lose its crispness if the surface gets too hazy from micro-scratches.

Technical Details

This is a metallic finish, which means the look of the repair depends entirely on how the tiny silver flakes settle. If you apply the paint too heavily in one spot, the flakes will sink to the bottom of the wet layer and make the repair look darker or muddy compared to the rest of the panel. Light colors like this are also prone to showing a dark ring at the edge of the repair if the paint piles up. You want to focus on thin, even coats to let those metallic particles float properly and catch the light the way the factory intended.

Best Practices

Before you spray or dab Volvo Liquid Blue Effect (check for code 721), you need to shake the container for at least 60 seconds to wake up those heavy metallic flakes. You will find your paint code on the black sticker located on the driver-side center pillar, visible when you open the front door. To ensure the color is a match for your specific car's age, test the color on the included card first. When applying the paint in your garage or shade, keep the container moving to prevent the metallic from pooling. Allow plenty of drying time between layers so the paint sets firm and the flakes stay exactly where you put them.