Mazda 6 Paint Info
The Color Breakdown
Mazda really went for it with the 6, recording a whopping 34 colors that range from the buttoned-up Titanium Gray Metallic to the "look at me" Chrome Yellow. Whether you're driving a moody Black Cherry Metallic or the adventurous Blazing Copper Pearl, you're dealing with a paint lineup that prioritizes style. They didn't just give us a few shades; they gave us a whole personality profile in a spray can.
What to Watch For
While Mazda paint looks stunning under the showroom lights, it is famously "eco-friendly," which in driveway terms means it's a bit soft and thin. You'll likely find most of your battle scars on the hood and the nose of the car in the form of tiny rock chips. Before you get to work, check your driver's side door jamb for a white or silver sticker-look for a 3-character "Color Code" (like 25D or 41V). If it's not there, take a peek at the firewall under the hood. Keep an eye on the roof, too; because the paint is on the thinner side, it appreciates a little extra love to prevent fading from the sun.
Driveway Repair Tip
Since so many of these colors-like Snowflake Pearl Tricoat or Strato Blue Mica-rely on heavy metallic or pearl flakes, your best friend is a vigorous 60-second shake of the bottle. Those sparkles like to settle at the bottom, and you want them on your car, not in the tube. When applying, think "less is more." Instead of trying to fill a chip with one big glob, use the tip of your brush to place a tiny dot of paint in the center of the chip and let it flow outward. It might require patience to get the depth right, but thin layers will always look better than a lumpy fix!