Land-Rover Defender Touch Up Paint (54 OEM Colors)

The Color Breakdown

Land Rover clearly didn't hold back, giving the Defender a massive palette of 54 colors. They've gone from the classic, "I'm definitely going to get stuck in the mud" Keswick Green and Gondwana Stone, to the "I strictly use this for school runs" Rimini Red Pearl and Santorini Black. It's a wonderful mix of earthy tones and high-gloss pearls that look just as good covered in trail dust as they do in the driveway. With names like Ipanema Sand and Modern Sandglow, they really leaned into the "global explorer" vibe-essentially naming the colors after the places they expect you to take your car.

What to Watch For

Before you dive in, you need to find your "Birth Certificate" (the paint code). On the Defender, check the black manufacturer's plate either on the radiator support bar under the hood or on the passenger-side door pillar. Look for a three-digit code or a combination like "820" or "LRC867." Now, the reality: Defender paint is notoriously "adventurous." On older models, the roof can sometimes get what we call "sunburn"-where the clear coat starts to lift and peel. You might also notice tiny bubbles appearing near the door hinges or handles. Don't panic; it's just the car showing its age. These spots are the perfect candidates for a steady hand and a little bit of color.

Driveway Repair Tip

Since so many of these colors-like Baltic Blue or Firenze Red-are pearls or metallics, they are basically a snow globe of tiny sparkles. Before you touch the car, shake that little bottle of paint for at least 60 seconds. If your arm isn't tired, you haven't shaken it enough. When you apply the paint, think "dots, not streaks." Use the tip of the brush to fill the center of the chip and let the paint flow out to the edges. Because Land Rover paint can be a bit soft, it's best to apply two or three thin layers rather than one big, gloopy drop. It requires a little patience to get the level right, but your Defender will thank you for it next time you're out in the wild.