Mercedes-Benz CLK Cabrio Class Touch Up Paint (15 OEM Colors)

The Color Breakdown

Mercedes-Benz didn't just paint the CLK Cabrio; they dressed it for a gala. With 15 recorded colors, the palette is a sophisticated mix of "business casual" and "red carpet ready." You've got the heavy hitters like Obsidian Black Metallic and Brilliant Silver Metallic for that classic autobahn look, but they also let their hair down with Firemist Red Metallic and the surprisingly lush Laguna Green Metallic. Whether your car is a Slate Blue Pearl beauty or a crisp Alabaster White, these colors were designed to catch the sun while the top is down.

What to Watch For

Before you start dabbing paint, you need to find your "social security number"-the paint code. On the CLK Cabrio, you'll usually find this 3-digit number on a sticker inside the driver's side door jamb or stamped onto a metal plate on the radiator support bar under the hood. While Mercedes paint is generally high-quality, keep an eye on the horizontal surfaces like the trunk lid; the sun loves to snack on the clear coat there, leading to some dullness or peeling. Also, keep a close watch for tiny bubbles forming near the trunk lock or the wheel arches-those are the spots where moisture likes to hide and throw a party you wasn't invited to.

Driveway Repair Tip

If you're working with one of the many metallic or pearl options (like Black Opal Pearl or Quartz Blue), your bottle is full of tiny "flakes" that love to settle at the bottom. Shake that bottle for a full two minutes-even if your arm starts to complain-to make sure those sparkles are actually on the brush and not stuck in the basement. When applying, remember that your touch-up brush is a surgeon's tool, not a house painter's roller. Apply the paint in thin, light layers. If the chip is deep, let the first layer dry before adding another. It requires a little patience, but building the color up slowly ensures the repair sits flush with the rest of your beautiful Benz.