BMW iX3 Touch Up Paint (5 OEM Colors)

The Color Breakdown

BMW took a "quality over quantity" approach with the iX3, offering a tight edit of 5 sophisticated shades. You're likely looking at the deep, moody Carbonschwarz, the crisp Mineral White Metallic Tricoat, or the vibrant Piemont Red Metallic. They didn't exactly go wild with a rainbow here-it's more of a "business casual" palette that says you're saving the planet, but you still have a corner office.

What to Watch For

Modern BMW paint is stunning, but it's a bit of a "sensitive soul." Owners often find that the clear coat is on the softer side, which means your iX3 is a bit of a magnet for highway rock chips, especially on that expansive hood. You might also notice some minor flaking on the edges of the aerodynamic plastic trim-the car is so quiet you'll actually hear the pebbles hitting the bumper. To find your specific match, open the driver's door and look at the B-pillar (the frame between the front and back doors). You're looking for a three-digit code on a black sticker that identifies your exact chemistry.

Driveway Repair Tip

Because colors like Sophisto Gray Pearl and Phytonic Blue rely on heavy metallic and pearl flakes for that "BMW glow," those sparkles tend to settle at the bottom of the bottle like tired toddlers. Shake your touch-up pen or bottle for a full two minutes-even if your arm starts to complain. If you're working with the Mineral White Tricoat, remember that it's a game of layers. Don't try to fill a chip with one big glob; dab on a tiny bit, let it dry, and repeat. It requires patience, but it's the secret to making that metallic finish "pop" without looking like a wart on your hood.