BMW Alpina Touch Up Paint (17 OEM Colors)

The Color Breakdown

BMW Alpina really went for it with this lineup. Across the 17 recorded colors, we see everything from the understated Space Gray Metallic to the absolutely loud Sakhir Orange Metallic. They've also leaned heavily into the "Frozen" and "Matt" trends with shades like Dark Gray (matt Dupont P2279) and Frozen Bronze. Whether your car is dressed in the deep Imperial Blue Pearl or the complex Champagner Quartz, these colors weren't just picked; they were curated for people who enjoy the finer things-including a little extra attention at the stoplight.

What to Watch For

Now, even a masterpiece like an Alpina can have a bad day. In the BMW world, the clear coat (that shiny protective top layer) can sometimes get a bit "hazy" or "cloudy" if it spends too much time baking in the driveway. Keep a close eye on your hood and roof; if the paint starts looking like it has a light fog over it, it's time to step in before it begins to peel. To find your specific color code, open the driver's door and check the jamb for a sticker, or pop the hood and look at the suspension turret (the "strut tower"). You're looking for a three-digit code or a name next to the word "Farbe"-that's German for "the color you're about to make look like new again."

Driveway Repair Tip

Since so many Alpina colors-like Moonstone Pearl and Citrin Black Pearl-are packed with metallic flakes and pearl dust, they require a little extra patience. Before you touch that chip, shake your paint bottle for a full two minutes. You want to hear that little agitator ball doing work! When you apply the paint, think "dots," not "strokes." Use the tip of the applicator to fill the center of the chip and let the paint level itself out. If you're working with one of the "Matt" or "Frozen" finishes, remember that less is always more; those flat finishes don't like to be over-applied, so keep your layers thin and steady.