BMW 733 Touch Up Paint (31 OEM Colors)

The Color Breakdown

BMW didn't hold back on the 733, offering a staggering 31 different shades to ensure every executive in the late '70s and early '80s felt special. From the seaside vibes of Bahama Metallic to the deep, earthy tones of Sable Brown Metallic and the quintessential Bronzit Beige Metallic, they really went for it with the palette. Whether your car looks like a polished emerald in Opal Green or a midnight shadow in Diamond Black, you're driving a rolling piece of German color history.

What to Watch For

Before you start dabbling with your touch-up brush, you need to find your "birth certificate"-the paint code. Pop the hood and look at the driver's side strut tower (that's the round metal mound where the suspension attaches). You'll usually find a small black sticker or metal plate with a three-digit number. These older BMWs are famous for their "tired" clear coats, especially on the hood and roof where the sun has been beating down for decades. You might notice the paint looking a bit cloudy or even starting to lift in small flakes; treat these spots early before they decide to grow.

Driveway Repair Tip

Since so many 733 colors are heavy on the metallics-looking at you, Arctic Blue and Sterling Silver-your biggest challenge isn't the color, it's the sparkle. Those tiny metallic flakes love to settle at the bottom of the bottle. Shake your touch-up pen or bottle for at least two full minutes-long after you think you're done-to wake up those sparkles. When applying, resist the urge to fill a chip with one big glob. Instead, dab a tiny amount, let it dry for 20 minutes, and come back for a second layer. It requires patience to get the depth right, but your 7-series deserves the extra time.