BMW Z3 Roadster Touch Up Paint (26 OEM Colors)

The Color Breakdown

The BMW Z3 wasn't just a car; it was a fashion statement, and BMW really went for it with a palette of 26 recorded colors. We're talking about everything from the classic Alpine White III to the "bold-is-an-understatement" Neon Yellow and Pistachio Green Metallic. Whether you're rocking a Dakar Yellow II or the deep Montreal Blue Pearl, your Roadster was designed to get noticed-which makes those white rock chips on the hood feel like a personal insult.

What to Watch For

Before you start, you need to find your "birth certificate." Open the hood and look at the strut towers (the metal mounds where the suspension connects). You'll usually find a black sticker on the driver's side tower. It'll have the name in German-like Schwartz or Hellrot-and a three-digit code. Now, for the reality check: Z3 paint is famous for "lacquer peel," where the clear coat starts to flake off the hood or trunk like a bad sunburn. You might also see some bubbling around the door handles. These spots are totally manageable, but they require a steady hand and a little bit of "The Paint Whisperer" magic.

Driveway Repair Tip

If you're working with one of the many metallic or pearl shades like Titan Silver or Cosmos Black, here is the secret: shake that touch-up bottle for at least 60 seconds longer than you think is necessary. The "flake" that gives your BMW its depth likes to settle at the bottom, and if you don't wake it up, your repair will look flat. When applying, don't try to fill a deep chip in one go. Use the tip of a toothpick to drop a tiny dot of paint into the center of the chip and let it spread itself out. If you're using a spray can for a larger area like a door handle, remember that three thin, misty layers will always look better than one thick, runny mess. Patience is the most important tool in your driveway.