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What Tools Do I Need for a BMW Touch Up Paint Job?

bmw Touch Up Paint Tools including Polishing compound, sand paper, clearcoat, basecoat, primer and wax and grease remover wipe
To create the best looking touch up paint coat for your BMW vehicle, we recommend the following:

PRIMER, COLOR, AND CLEARCOAT - It goes without saying that you need paint to do a touch up paint job. Clearcoat provides a thin protective layer for your BMW touch up paint job, while Primer is required for damage that has reached the original base material.

WAX AND GREASE REMOVER CLOTH - The wax and grease remover cloth is used to remove wax, grease, and contaminants before painting your BMW model. These kit items are vital to ensure the best touch up paint process.

SANDPAPER - Wet sanding the affected area removes rust and prepares the surface with a rough finish so the BMW touch up paint can stick better.

POLISHING COMPOUND - The polishing compound smooths everything out with a factory-grade finish so your BMW touch up paint is applied perfectly.

These tools are all available with our Platinum Kit but can be purchased separately on the TouchUpDirect website. Check out our BMW touch up paint kit options for more details.




How to Apply BMW Touch Up Paint

Looking for help with painting your BMW models? We have an entire library of instructions and how-to videos designed to walk you through the process of using BMW touch up paint.

How to Find Your BMW Color Code

What is BMW Color Code?

To find the BMW color code, check the following:

  1. Under the hood, on the right side of the engine compartment
  2. Strut towers
  3. Edge of the fender

BMW color codes are typically three digits and may include a slash followed by a fourth digit. The tag often displays the color name in German or both German and English.

How to Find BMW Color Code?

BMW Color Code Sticker Example

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BMW history and information

BMW's Story

Although BMW started its business with the production of aircraft engines, the company soon developed an expertise in motorcycles and cars. This evolution led the company to be part of the German big three luxury car brands. Their skillful engineers and precise manufacturing allowed BMW to break record after record of speed and performance while maintaining a high level of class and design. The Bavarian Motor Works took inspiration from its aircraft days to design its rounded logo. The round form represents propeller blades turning against the blue sky but it's also a wink to the white and blue colors of the Bavarian flag. BMW is so stylish that British spy James Bond even drove one in the 1999 movie "The World Is Not Enough”. Hopefully your BMW will not suffer the same fate it did in the movie but if it does you can always rely on quality BMW touch up paint from TouchUpDirect. The Ultimate Driving Machine deserves the ultimate touch up paint. TouchUpDirect's BMW touch up paint covers the great vintage machines right up to today's engineering marvels.