2017 Mini Touch Up Paint (17 OEM Colors)

The 2017 Mini Vibe

Back in 2017, Mini was having a bit of a mid-life crisis-in a good way. The Clubman was stretching its legs trying to be a "grown-up" wagon, while the Cooper was still zipping around like a caffeinated go-kart. In our database, we've tracked 17 distinct shades from this year, and let me tell you, Mini wasn't afraid of a little attention. While the rest of the world was drowning in a sea of boring rental-car silver, Mini owners were doubling down on the "expressive" stuff. We're talking Volcanic Orange that could wake up the dead and Caribbean Aqua Metallic for the folks who wanted their driveway to look like a poolside cabana.

Paint Health Check

Welcome to the Thin Paint Era. By 2017, the robots at the factory had become frighteningly efficient. They weren't just painting cars; they were "optimizing" every micron of material to save a buck. This means the clear coat on your 2017 Cooper is likely harder than a wedding diamond but thinner than a politician's promise. Because Minis have that iconic, upright front end, they act like a vertical backstop for every pebble on the interstate. If you look closely at your Midnight Black roof or Thunder Grey hood, you're likely seeing "Robot Efficiency" in the form of peppered stone chips and edges where the clear coat is already looking a bit breathless.

Restoration Tip

When you're fixing chips on these 2017 beauties, remember: build layers slowly; don't blob it. Because the factory finish is so thin, a giant "one-and-done" drop of paint will stick out like a sore thumb. You want to mimic those stingy robots-apply a thin layer, let it flash off, and repeat until you're level with the surface. If you're working with Lapisluxury Blue or British Racing Green II, patience is your best friend. Those deep pearls need to sit right to catch the light, so don't rush the process or you'll end up with a dark spot that looks like a bruise.