Mercedes-Benz Capri Blue Metallic (359/5359) Touch Up Paint

The Look

This color is the defining shade for the executive Mercedes-Benz lineup of the early 2000s. Whether you are working on a C-Class or a CLK Class, you know that this navy blue carries a massive amount of depth. In the shade or under a garage light, it sits very dark, often looking almost black. However, once you pull the car into the sun, the sapphire undertones wake up. Since many of these models have been on the road for over two decades, you might find that the original finish has darkened or lost some of its vibrance. This deep blue is famous for its elegance, but it is also a magnet for visible dust and light scratches, so keeping the surface clean is a priority once your repair is dry.

Technical Details

You are dealing with a metallic finish, which presents a specific challenge during application. The paint is loaded with tiny reflective flakes that give the CLK Cabrio Class its characteristic glow. If these flakes do not settle evenly, you will see mottling, which looks like dark or light blotches across the panel. This happens because the metallic particles are heavy and like to sink to the bottom of the container. Because this is such a dark navy, any inconsistency in the flake distribution will show up much more clearly than it would on a silver or a white car.

Best Practices

Before you spray or dab Mercedes-Benz Capri Blue Metallic (check for code 359/5359), you need to shake the container for at least a full minute. This ensures the metallic flakes are fully suspended in the liquid so the color flows out correctly. You can usually find your paint code on a black sticker located on the driver's side door pillar or stamped onto a metal plate under the hood near the radiator support. Test the color on the included card to see how the depth builds before you move to the vehicle. When you apply the paint, keep the container moving and focus on very thin layers. Building the color slowly helps the flakes lay flat, which is the only way to avoid the patchy look that often ruins a dark metallic finish.