Volkswagen Arteon Touch Up Paint (34 OEM Colors)

The Color Breakdown

Volkswagen really went for it with the Arteon, recording a massive 34 colors for a car that looks like it's doing 100 mph while parked. While you'll find the classic "50 shades of German gray" represented by Platinum Gray Metallic and Mangan Grey, they also threw some absolute gems into the mix. From the bold, spicy Kurkuma Yellow Metallic to the deep, regal Kings Red Tricoat and Lapiz Blue Metallic, this car was designed to be noticed. Whether you're driving a stealthy Deep Black Pearl or a bright Pure White, the Arteon's palette is as sophisticated as its fastback silhouette.

What to Watch For

Because the Arteon sits so low to the ground, it tends to be a magnet for road debris-keep a close eye on the front hood and the area where the roof meets the windshield, as owners have noted minor bubbling and "soft" paint that chips if a pebble even looks at it funny. To find your specific color match, skip the door jambs; you'll usually find your paint code (look for a 4-digit code like LA7W or LC9X) on a white paper sticker hidden in the trunk. Check under the floor carpet near the spare tire well. If it's not there, it's likely tucked into the first page of your service maintenance booklet.

Driveway Repair Tip

Since so many Arteon colors are high-end metallics and pearls (like Onyx White Pearl), your touch-up bottle is basically a tiny science experiment. Shake that bottle for at least 60 seconds-longer than you think you need to-to wake up the metallic flakes that like to settle at the bottom. When you apply the paint, think "less is more." Use the tip of the brush to dab a tiny amount into the center of the chip and let it flow to the edges. If the chip is deep, it requires patience: apply one thin layer, let it dry for 20 minutes, and then add another until it's level with the rest of the car.