Mazda MX-5 Touch Up Paint (43 OEM Colors)

The Color Breakdown

Mazda really went for it with the MX-5, recording a staggering 46 colors over the years. Whether you're driving the iconic, deep Soul Red Tricoat, the adventurous Zircon Sand, or the head-turning Racing Orange, Mazda clearly didn't believe in just "50 shades of grey"-though they did give us plenty of those, too, from Machine Gray to Polymetal Gray. This car is a celebration of the open road, and the paint palette reflects that "zoom-zoom" energy perfectly.

What to Watch For

Here is the honest truth: Mazda paint is famously "soft." Because the MX-5 sits so low to the ground, that beautiful nose of yours is a magnet for rock chips. You might also notice some thinning or "checking" on the trunk lid or mirrors if your car spends its life under the sun. To find your specific shade, check the driver's side door jamb for a small sticker. If you're driving an older model (NA or NB generation) and it's not there, pop the hood-it's often stamped on a metal plate on the firewall near the back of the engine bay.

Driveway Repair Tip

When using your touch-up pen or brush, remember that many Mazda colors-especially those stunning reds and pearls-use "mica" or "tricoat" flakes that like to settle at the bottom of the bottle. Shake your paint for a full two minutes (set a timer!) to wake up those sparkles. Instead of trying to fill a chip with one big glob, apply two or three thin layers, letting it dry for 15 minutes between each. If you're working with a multi-stage color like Soul Red, it requires patience to get the depth right, but thin layers are the secret to keeping the repair looking flat and flush with the rest of your car.