Mercedes-Benz Designo Magno Nachtschwarz (056) Touch Up Paint

The Look

This is the shadow that defines the G-Class and the EQS. It is not just black; it is a light-absorbing velvet that gives your car a presence other colors cannot match. When you see it on a C-Class or an S-Class, it highlights the body lines by removing reflections. It turns a luxury vehicle into a piece of industrial art. Because it has a cold, aggressive look, it makes a statement that you value the stealth aesthetic over traditional chrome and shine.

Technical Details

While this looks like a flat color, it is a metallic base finished with a matte agent. This creates a conflict: you get the depth of a metallic flake without the mirror-like shine. The danger here is that matte finishes are unforgiving. If you try to buff a scratch or rub the paint with too much force, you will create a permanent shiny spot. There is no way to polish your way out of a mistake with this finish, so your layers must stay uniform to keep that soft, consistent texture.

Best Practices

Before you spray or dab Mercedes-Benz Designo Magno Nachtschwarz (check for code 056), you need to shake it for 60 seconds. You can find your paint code on the silver sticker inside the driver's door jamb. Since the flattening agents and metallic flakes settle at the bottom, thorough mixing is the only way to ensure the repair matches your car. Test the color on the included card first to see the final texture. Keep the container moving as you apply thin layers. If the paint goes on too thick, the matte effect can look blotchy once the drying time is over.