Volvo Nautic Blue Pearl (417) Touch Up Paint

The Look

This color is the visual definition of the high-luxury Volvo era. If you are working on an 850, a 960, or a classic S70/V70, you are dealing with a deep navy that feels executive and substantial. Because these cars have often spent two decades in the sun and rain, your original finish has likely developed its own character. It might look darker or slightly muted compared to the day it left the factory, so your touch-up needs to account for that weathered depth.

Technical Details

You aren't working with a simple flat blue; this is a true pearl finish. It uses fine mica particles to catch the light, which gives the car a liquid-metal look under the sun. The catch is that these tiny flakes are heavy and love to clump together. If you apply the paint too thick, you'll end up with mottling, which looks like dark, cloudy streaks in the finish. Pearl requires patience because the way the particles sit determines how well the repair blends into the surrounding panel.

Best Practices

Before you spray or dab Volvo Nautic Blue Pearl (check for code 417), you need to shake it for 60 seconds to suspend those mica flakes. You can usually find your paint code on the product plate located on the driver-side strut tower in the engine compartment or on the door pillar. Always test the color on the included card to see how the light hits the pearl before moving to the car. To get an even look, keep the container moving and apply several thin layers rather than one heavy one. This prevents the pigment from pooling in the center of the repair and looking blotchy.