BMW Paint Code Directory & Color Swatches
Driver side B-pillar sticker or passenger side suspension turret under the hood. Displays color name in German/English and a 3-character code (e.g. 300 / Alpinweiss).
Available Factory Colors
Alpine White (Alpinweiss III)
SolidBlack Sapphire Metallic
MetallicMineral White Metallic
MetallicPhytonic Blue Metallic
MetallicPortimao Blue Metallic
MetallicBrooklyn Grey Metallic
MetallicDravit Grey Metallic
Individual MetallicIsle of Man Green Metallic
MetallicHow to Locate and Order Touch-Up Paint for Your BMW
Each BMW vehicle carries an official paint identification code located on the safety compliance certification label. Ordering touch-up paint using the alphanumeric OEM code rather than the marketing color name ensures compatibility with the vehicle's original factory paint chemistry.
Frequently Asked Questions
Driver side B-pillar sticker or passenger side suspension turret under the hood. Displays color name in German/English and a 3-character code (e.g. 300 / Alpinweiss).
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