Audi TTS Touch Up Paint (16 OEM Colors)

The Color Breakdown

Audi clearly decided that the TTS should never be boring, offering a palette of 16 colors that range from "sensible German executive" to "look at me, I'm a literal orange." We've seen everything from the deep, tea-inspired Oolong Grey Pearl to the punchy Solar Orange and Samoa Orange Pearl. They really went for it with the pigments on this car-whether you're driving the classic Ibis White or the glittery Panther Black Crystal Pearl, there is a lot of personality packed into those small body panels.

What to Watch For

If you're rocking one of the vibrant reds like Misano Red or Brilliant Red, you need to keep a close eye on your clear coat. These pigments are UV-hungry, and over time, the sun can pick a fight with the bond between the color and the top coat, especially on the hood and roof. You might also notice the paint getting a bit shy around the side mirror bases or door handles-these are the "high-traffic" zones for peeling. To find your specific color code, skip the door jamb; you'll usually find it on a paper sticker tucked away in the spare tire well or printed on the inside cover of your original service manual. Look for a four-character code like "LY7C" or "LZ3M."

Driveway Repair Tip

When you're working with Audi's pearl and crystal finishes, your biggest friend isn't a tool-it's gravity and timing. Before you even open that touch-up bottle, shake it like you're trying to win a prize; those heavy metallic flakes love to take a nap at the bottom of the vial. When you apply the paint, think "whisper," not "shout." One thick blob will stand out like a sore thumb, but three paper-thin layers will lay down flat and let those pearls catch the light correctly. If you're working on a vertical spot, less is definitely more to avoid the dreaded "paint tear" running down your door. Matching these complex shades requires patience, but taking your time with those thin layers is the secret to making that chip disappear into the background.