Lincoln Mark L Touch Up Paint (8 OEM Colors)

The Color Breakdown

Lincoln kept the palette for the Mark L sophisticated and tight, with only 8 colors making the cut. It's a lineup that screams "Executive Boardroom," ranging from the deep, soulful Dark Toreador Red Pearl to the understated Smokestone Metallic. They didn't go wild with neon greens or sunburst oranges; instead, they gave us a masterclass in metallic depth. Whether you're sporting the crisp Oxford White or the elusive Ceramic White Pearl Tricoat, these colors were designed to look expensive-even when they're sitting in your driveway.

What to Watch For

Now, here is the honest truth from the driveway: Lincoln's paint from this era can feel a bit "paper thin." You'll likely notice the first signs of trouble on the leading edge of that massive hood or around the door handles, where the clear coat likes to put up a white flag. Before you start, you need your "battle stats"-also known as the paint code. You'll find it on the driver's side door jamb. Look for a silver or white sticker and find the two-character code sitting right next to the text "EXT PNT."

Driveway Repair Tip

If you're working with Ceramic White Pearl Tricoat or Dark Toreador Red, remember that these are "special effects" colors. They have layers, like a good lasagna. Because they contain pearl and metallic flakes that love to settle at the bottom of the bottle, you need to shake that touch-up pen or brush for a full 60 seconds-longer than you think you need-to wake up those sparkles. When applying, don't try to fill the whole chip in one go. Dabs are better than strokes. Think of it like adding a tiny drop of water to a dry sponge; let the first layer sit for 20 minutes before adding the next. Getting a pearl finish to look just right requires patience, but your Lincoln is worth the extra few minutes.