Mercedes-Benz Cabriolet Touch Up Paint (8 OEM Colors)

The Color Breakdown

Mercedes-Benz didn't just give us a car with the Cabriolet; they gave us a 14-shade mood board. From the classic Brilliant Silver Metallic that makes the car look like it was carved from a single block of mercury, to the adventurous Mineral Green Metallic and Firemist Red Metallic, they really went for it. If you're looking at one of those mysterious Two-Tone codes (like /744/7181), don't worry-it's not a secret coordinate; it just means Mercedes wanted your trim to look as sharp as your top-down silhouette.

What to Watch For

Because this is a Cabriolet, its natural habitat is under the sun-which is unfortunately the arch-nemesis of German clear coats. Keep a close eye on the trunk lid and the tops of the door handles; these are the usual spots where the paint starts to feel the heat and might show some fading or "chalkiness." To find your specific color match, open the driver's door and check the jamb for a sticker, or pop the hood and look for a metal plate on the radiator support bar near the grille. You're looking for a three-digit number (sometimes with a 'DB' in front of it), which is your golden ticket to a perfect match.

Driveway Repair Tip

If you're working with one of the pearl or metallic options like Black Opal Pearl, you've got to wake up those sparkles. Shake your touch-up bottle for at least 60 seconds-longer than you think you need to-to ensure the metallic flakes aren't just sitting at the bottom. When applying, think "less is more." Use the tip of your brush to dab the paint into the center of the chip and let it flow to the edges. If you're tackling a Two-Tone area, just take a deep breath; getting that crisp line between the two colors requires patience, not a professional degree.