Mazda Cosmic Blue Pearl (34M) Touch Up Paint

The Look

You drive a first-generation MazdaSpeed3, a car that defined the sophisticated end of the hot-hatch era. This color functions as a chameleon that shifts between a deep slate grey and an oceanic blue as you walk around the vehicle. Because your car has faced the road for twenty years, the original clear coat may show some age. This can make the blue tones look a bit more muted than they were on the showroom floor, so your match depends on the condition of the surrounding paint.

Technical Details

This is a pearl finish, which is more complex than a standard solid color. It uses mica and metallic flakes to catch the light and create depth. The main risk here is mottling, which creates dark or light stripes across the repair area. This happens when the heavy metallic particles clump together. If the application is too heavy in one spot, the flakes will not lay flat, and the repair will look like a grey smudge instead of a deep blue. You need to build the color in thin layers to keep the finish consistent with the factory paint.

Best Practices

Before you spray or dab Mazda Cosmic Blue Pearl (check for code 34M), you need to shake it for 60 seconds. You can find your identification label on the driver side door jamb, near the latch. Because the heavy pearls settle at the bottom, shake the container every few minutes during use. Test the color on the included card to verify the tone before you touch the metal. Keep the container moving to ensure the flow remains flat and controlled. Work in the garage or the shade to keep the drying time predictable and prevent the sun from baking the finish before it can level out.