Mercedes-Benz Bordeaux Red Metallic (567/3567) Touch Up Paint

The Look

This shade defines the turn-of-the-millennium Mercedes-Benz aesthetic. Whether it sits on a CLK Coupe or an E Series, the color carries a weight that bright reds simply lack. It behaves like a fine wine, appearing almost black in the shadows before revealing a deep berry glow when the sun hits the curves of the metal. Since your C Class has likely been on the road for twenty years, the original finish has matured. Your new repair might look slightly more vibrant than the surrounding panel at first, but it will settle into that executive character as it cures.

Technical Details

This is a sophisticated metallic finish packed with fine flakes that create the signature depth of the brand. Before you spray or dab Mercedes-Benz Bordeaux Red Metallic (check for code 567/3567), you have to manage those tiny particles. If they do not distribute evenly, the repair will look dark or muddy compared to the rest of the car. Metallics are prone to mottling, which happens when the flakes bunch up and create a blotchy appearance. To avoid this, you must focus on maintaining a consistent flow and applying the paint in light, even layers.

Best Practices

You will find your official color ID on the silver plate or sticker located on the driver's side door jamb. If it is not there, check the radiator support bar under the hood. For a metallic repair this dark, shaking the container is the most important step you can take. Shake it for at least a full minute to lift the heavy pigments and flakes off the bottom. Test the color on the included card to see how the flakes settle before you touch the car. Work in a cool garage or the shade, keep the container moving at all times, and respect the drying time between each thin layer.