2020 Jaguar Background Info
The 2020 Jaguar Vibe
By 2020, Jaguar was leaning hard into that "Exuberant Modernism" look. You had the F-Type getting its sleek facelift and the I-Pace trying to convince the world that electric could still be "Jaaaag." With 18 colors in our catalog for this year alone-ranging from the moody Eiger Grey Metallic to the unapologetic Ultra Blue Metallic-it was a good time for anyone who thought a car shouldn't just be a silver appliance. Jaguar was still holding onto its soul with shades like British Racing Green Metallic and Italian Racing Red Pearl, even if the world around it was turning into a sea of monochrome.
Paint Health Check
Welcome to the Thin Paint Era. Back in the day, we used to measure paint thickness with a ruler; now, these factory robots are so efficient they're practically "whispering" the paint onto the panels. On a 2020 Jaguar, your clear coat is likely thinner than a business card. It's high-quality stuff, but it's soft. If you've spent any time on the highway in an F-Pace or XE, you've probably noticed the front bumper and the leading edge of the hood look like they've been in a localized hailstorm. Those "Robot Efficiency" coats don't leave much room for error, and if you let a stone chip sit, the clear coat can start to lift around the edges-what we call "cloud peeling."
Restoration Tip
When you're touching up a 2020 Jag, leave the "blob" technique in the 1990s. Because the factory finish is so thin and precise, a heavy hand will leave a visible welt on the car's skin. Build your layers slowly. Use a fine-tipped applicator and apply several whisper-thin coats rather than one thick drop. Let each layer dry fully so the solvents can flash off; this prevents the repair from shrinking later and ensures your Portofino Blue or Silicon Silver stays level with the surrounding factory clear. If you don't rush the build, the repair will disappear into that robot-perfect finish.