Mazda RX-8 Touch Up Paint (16 OEM Colors)

The Color Breakdown

Mazda clearly decided that if the RX-8 was going to have a revolutionary engine, it needed a wardrobe to match. We've recorded 16 different colors for this rotary icon, and they really went for it. You've got high-energy options like Spirited Green Metallic and Winning Blue that scream "track day," but you've also got what I like to call the "Executive Collection"-about six different shades of grey and silver including Galaxy Grey and Metropolitan Grey. Whether your car is Brilliant Black or the show-stopping Velocity Red Mica, Mazda gave this car a finish that deserves to stay sharp.

What to Watch For

Here's the honest truth: Mazda paint from this era is famously "soft." While that sounds like a nice high-thread-count sheet, it actually means the nose of your RX-8 is a bit of a rock-chip magnet. You'll likely find most of your battle scars on the hood and the front bumper. Also, keep an eye on the roof and trunk lid; if your car spends all day in the sun, the clear coat can get a little tired and start to flake. To find your specific color code, just open the driver's door and look at the B-pillar (the door jamb). There should be a sticker there that lists your paint code-usually a three-character mix of letters and numbers.

Driveway Repair Tip

If you're working with one of the "Mica" or "Pearl" colors-like Crystal White Pearl or Stormy Blue-you're dealing with a multi-stage look. Those tiny sparkles settle at the bottom of the bottle faster than a rotary drinks oil. Give your touch-up pen or brush a vigorous shake for a full 60 seconds to wake up those metallic flakes. When you apply the paint, think "thin and patient." Instead of trying to fill a chip with one big glob, dab a tiny bit in, let it dry, and come back later for a second layer. It requires a bit more patience, but it's the secret to making that repair disappear into the bodywork.