Mini All Models Touch Up Paint (18 OEM Colors)

The Color Breakdown

Mini didn't just make a car; they made a fashion statement on wheels. With 18 recorded colors, they certainly "went for it." Whether you're sporting the eye-popping Liquid Yellow, the retro-cool Silk Green Metallic, or the quintessential British Racing Green Metallic, your Mini was designed to stand out. Unlike some modern brands that offer "five shades of depression grey," Mini embraced the rainbow, giving us gems like Solid Gold Metallic and Velvet Red Metallic.

What to Watch For

Before you get started, you need to find your "birth certificate." Pop the hood and look at the passenger side strut tower (the metal mound above the front wheel) or the firewall. You're looking for a black sticker with a three-digit code like 851 or 860. If it's not there, check the driver's side door jamb.

Now, the reality: Minis have a face that's more vertical than most cars, which makes the hood a magnet for "road rash" (stone chips). If you have Chili Red or Pepper White, you might notice the paint looks a bit "sleepy" or dull compared to the fresh stuff in your bottle-these solid colors love to oxidize. Also, keep a close eye on the paint around the door handles and under the tail lights; these are the usual suspects for little bubbles that want to invite rust to the party.

Driveway Repair Tip

If you're working with one of those gorgeous metallics like Indi Blue Pearl or Cosmos Black, the sparkles inside the bottle like to take naps at the bottom. Shake that touch-up bottle for a full 60 seconds-longer than you think you need to-to wake up the metallic flakes.

When you're filling a chip, remember: you aren't frosting a cupcake. Use the tip of your applicator to dab a tiny amount into the center of the chip and let it spread itself out. If the chip is deep, it requires patience. Apply one thin layer, walk away for 20 minutes, and come back for a second layer. Building it up slowly is the secret to a repair that stays put and looks smooth once it dries.