BMW Z8 Touch Up Paint (7 OEM Colors)

The Color Breakdown

BMW didn't exactly go "rainbow" with the Z8, offering just 7 colors during its iconic run. It's a very "James Bond" palette, leaning heavily into sophisticated silvers and deep blues. You're likely holding a bottle of the classic Titan Silver Metallic (the Bond car special) or perhaps the moody Topaz Blue Metallic. They even threw in Laser Blue Metallic for the folks who felt the silver was just a bit too undercover. It's a tight, high-end list that screams "premium," but it means the pressure is on to get that match just right.

What to Watch For

The Z8 is a bit of a special snowflake because of its all-aluminum body. While that makes it light and fast, it also means you need to keep a sharp eye on the mirror bases and door handles. Paint in these spots can occasionally develop tiny bubbles if moisture gets adventurous-think of it as the car's way of asking for a little extra TLC. Also, because this car sits lower than a limbo bar, the nose is a magnet for rock chips. To find your specific code, pop the hood and look at the front strut tower (the metal mound above the front wheels) or the underside of the hood itself. It'll be a three-digit number, sometimes followed by a slash.

Driveway Repair Tip

Since most of these Z8 colors are heavy on the metallics (I'm looking at you, Stratus Metallic and Sterling Pearl Gray), your biggest secret weapon is a good workout. Shake that touch-up bottle for at least two full minutes. You want those tiny metallic flakes to be dancing, not huddling at the bottom of the bottle. When you're ready to apply, don't try to fill the chip in one big go. Use the tip of a toothpick or a very fine brush to drop a tiny "bead" of paint into the center of the chip and let it flow out. Patience is your best friend here-two thin coats will always look better than one giant "mountain" of paint on your beautiful hood.