Tesla Model X Touch Up Paint (20 OEM Colors)

The Color Breakdown

Tesla clearly had some fun in the naming department for the Model X. With 20 recorded colors, they transitioned from the early days of "50 shades of grey" to some seriously cinematic options. You've got your futuristic staples like Sonic Silver and Stealth Gray, but they really leaned into the drama with names like Magneto Metallic Shadow and Stiletto Gun Powder Dark. Whether you're driving the high-gloss Ultra Red Tricoat or the classic Pearl White Tricoat, these colors were designed to make those Falcon Wing doors look like they're part of a spaceship.

What to Watch For

Before you get started, you'll find your paint code on the driver's side door jamb (look for the "PNT" code on the certification label). Now, here is the honest truth: Tesla uses a water-based paint that is famously "polite"-which is a nice way of saying it's soft. Because it's a bit softer than the paint on a vintage truck, it tends to pick up rock chips more easily, especially on the lower doors and around those massive wheel arches. You might also notice the clear coat is a little thin in high-wear spots. Don't worry, though; "soft" paint is actually a DIYer's best friend because it's very forgiving to work with in your driveway.

Driveway Repair Tip

Since so many Model X colors-like White Water Pearl and Ultra Red-are "Tricoats," they have a lot of specialized glitter and pigment sitting at the bottom of your touch-up bottle. Shake that bottle for a full two minutes; you want to wake up every single one of those sparkles so they match your car's finish. When you're ready to apply, don't use the giant brush that comes in the cap. Instead, grab a wooden toothpick. Use the tip to dab a tiny amount of paint into the center of the chip and let it flow to the edges. If you're working with a Tricoat, it requires a little extra patience-apply one very thin layer, let it dry for 20 minutes, and then decide if you need a second dab. Light layers win the race every time!