Mercedes-Benz EQC Touch Up Paint (14 OEM Colors)

The Color Breakdown

Mercedes-Benz didn't hold back with the EQC, giving us a palette of 14 colors that range from "Corporate CEO" to "Electric Dream." You've got the heavy hitters like Obsidian Black Metallic and Selenite Gray, which make the car look like a solid piece of billet aluminum. But then they threw in some personality with Spectral Blue Metallic and Hyacinth Red. It's a sophisticated lineup that proves going electric doesn't mean you have to settle for "Toaster Silver"-though their High-Tech Silver is actually quite sharp.

What to Watch For

Modern Mercedes paint is designed to be eco-friendly, which is great for the planet but can be a little "thin-skinned" when it comes to gravel. Owners often notice stone chips appearing on that smooth, aerodynamic front end. If you're driving Polar White, those chips stand out like a sore thumb. To get started, you need your paint code. Forget hunting under the hood; Mercedes usually hides the 3-digit code on a sticker inside the driver's side door jamb (the B-pillar). Look for a silver or black plate-the code is usually tucked near the bottom.

Driveway Repair Tip

If you're touching up one of the "Tricoat" colors like Diamond White or Opal White, remember that these colors are the divas of the paint world-they require patience. Don't try to fill a chip in one big "glop." Instead, use a tiny brush or even a wooden toothpick to dab a thin layer of the base color into the center of the chip. Let it dry for 15 minutes, then add your pearl mid-coat. Building the paint up in three thin stages prevents that "wart" look and keeps the repair level with the rest of your beautiful German engineering.