Mazda Bongo Frendee Paint Info
The Color Breakdown
Mazda kept things incredibly focused for the Bongo Frendee, giving us the quintessential Silver Stone Metallic. It's the ultimate JDM camper vibe-a color that says, "I might be parked in a forest right now, but I still look like a polished spaceship." While some might call it "one-and-done," we like to think of it as Mazda achieving silver perfection on the first try and deciding there was nowhere left to go but the campsite.
What to Watch For
Before you start dabbing paint, you need to find your "Birth Certificate." Open the passenger door and look at the metal plate attached to the door pillar; your code will be living there. Keep an eye on the "Auto Free Top" (the pop-top roof)-that large, flat surface loves to soak up UV rays and can start to look a little thirsty or "chalky" over time. Also, check the rear wheel arches and door sills; these vans are famous for a bit of "iron lace" (rust) if the paint gets chipped and left to the elements. These spots don't mean your Bongo is a goner; they just mean it's time for a little driveway TLC.
Driveway Repair Tip
Since Silver Stone Metallic is packed with tiny flakes to give it that shimmer, those sparkles like to settle at the bottom of the bottle. Shake your touch-up pen or brush for a full 60 seconds-yes, set a timer!-to wake up that metallic magic. When applying, remember that "less is more." Aim for three light, thin layers rather than one big, gloopy drop. If the color looks a bit bright at first, don't worry-it just requires patience to dry and settle into that classic factory finish. Give it twenty minutes between coats, and you'll have your Frendee looking fresh for the next road trip.
