BMW Paint Codes & Touch Up Paint Guide

Need your BMW paint code? The safest match comes from the full manufacturer paint code, checked against the vehicle model and year. If you cannot find the code, enter your registration on Touch Up Car Paint so the vehicle details can be checked against manufacturer colour data.

Where can I find my BMW paint code?

BMW paint-code labels vary by model and production year. Check the manufacturer labels in areas such as the engine bay or door shut, and compare any code you find with the colour name and vehicle year before ordering.

Can I find BMW paint by registration?

Yes. If the paint code is unknown, use the registration lookup to submit the vehicle details. These details help narrow down the correct BMW manufacturer colour before the paint is mixed.

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Pen, bottle or aerosol?

Choose a 20ml touch up pen for stone chips and fine scratches, a 30ml bottle for larger controlled touch-ups, or a 400ml aerosol for bumpers, panels and broader areas. Use primer where bare substrate is exposed and lacquer where the paint system requires a clear protective finish.

How accurate is a BMW colour match?

Use the complete paint code rather than the visible colour name alone. BMW can use related colour names and code variants across different production periods. Test the mixed paint on a discreet area first and build coverage in thin coats.