Audi Nardo Grey LY7C: Paint Code & Touch Up Paint Guide

Audi Nardo Grey is a distinctive solid grey finish most commonly associated with paint code LY7C. It became especially well known on Audi RS models and is now one of the most recognisable modern grey automotive colours.

Because Nardo Grey is so widely copied and imitated, colour name alone is not enough when ordering repair paint. Always confirm the actual paint code on your vehicle.

What is the Audi Nardo Grey paint code?

The Audi paint code most commonly associated with Nardo Grey is LY7C. The same colour may be referenced differently in supplier databases, but the code on your own vehicle is the key reference.

Is Nardo Grey metallic?

No. Nardo Grey is generally classed as a solid/non-metallic grey. That means it does not rely on metallic flake orientation in the same way as metallic greys, although application thickness, primer colour and the condition of the surrounding paint can still affect how the repair looks.

Which Audi models use Nardo Grey?

Nardo Grey is strongly associated with Audi performance models, particularly RS variants, but availability has varied by model, year and market. Never assume the colour purely from appearance because many manufacturers now offer similar flat greys.

How to confirm Nardo Grey

1. Check the vehicle data sticker or paint label.
2. Confirm the code is LY7C or the correct equivalent for your vehicle.
3. Use your registration or VIN information if the label is unclear.
4. Check whether the panel has been repainted previously.

Use our paint finder by registration or see the wider Audi touch up paint guide.

Best way to repair Nardo Grey chips and scratches

For small stone chips, use a touch-up pen or bottle and build the colour gradually. For a larger scuff or localised panel repair, an aerosol normally gives more even coverage. The repair area should be clean, dry and free from wax, silicone and polish before paint is applied.

Do I need primer?

Primer may be required where bare metal or substrate is exposed. On very small chips where the factory primer remains intact, colour can often be applied directly after proper cleaning and preparation.

Why can Nardo Grey still look slightly different?

Flat grey colours are visually sensitive to film thickness, undercoat colour, ageing and lighting. A panel that has been polished heavily or previously repainted may not look identical to freshly mixed paint even when the code is correct.

Nardo Grey FAQs

Is LY7C Nardo Grey?

LY7C is the Audi code widely used for Nardo Grey. Confirm the vehicle label before ordering.

Is Nardo Grey a pearl or metallic?

No. It is normally treated as a solid grey.

Can I use a touch-up pen on Nardo Grey?

Yes. A pen works well for tiny stone chips and narrow scratches where precise placement matters.

Find Audi Nardo Grey touch up paint

Start with the paint code, confirm the vehicle details, then choose a pen, bottle or aerosol based on the size of the damage.

Browse Audi touch up paint or read our complete touch up paint guide.