Da_Meister_22

Hey guys I was wondering if any one knew where I can get some OEM paint for my car (Color Code 228, Scharz #2). The reason being, is that I'm planning on painting my own Mtech bumper when I get it, my dad's company has all the necessary equipment (pressure paint guns, ect.) I also need to find the prime coat, and a nice DIY would come in handy as well.



Thanks in advance.

pukka

If you are asking around for a DIY on auto painting, I highly recomend you practice on some other cars first.

StasGS4

Based on my research very recently, I found that BASF paints are the closest match to OEM colors. When you go to the paint supply store, make sure you check out their color chips. This way, if your car has any variances in color, you can get the exact same thing.

www.basfrefinish.com website should have a list of local auto paint distributors.

Here is the link to BMW approved material list by BASF:

https://www.basfrefinish.com/cgi-bin...=BMW&itemName=

I hope this helps as far as paint selection goes.

Da_Meister_22

What do I need just the paint? Or do I need something else?

Persian_535i

Your gonna be wanting a hot tub time machine after you screw it up

Da_Meister_22

lol. But c'mon it can be really this hard! lol Is it?

Krozi

It's not THAT hard...but getting it to reflect like OEM paint is difficult... you need to know how to wet sand.

StasGS4

Just like the above poster said it is not that hard. I have done it many times and if you take your time and use decent materials it will come out really nice assuming that you know at least some basics. I have to warn you that if you don't know anything than you probably should not start.

When I painted my brand new bumper i did the following:

1. lightly sand the bumper using 600 grit sand paper
2. wash it with soap and water and let it air dry
3. wipe it down with wax and grease remover
4. apply light/medium coat of adhesion promoter
5. apply primer (if necessary)
6. sand the primer down using 600 grit sand paper (if no primer was applied, you can skip this step)
7. apply two medium coats of paint with recommend flash time in-between coats
8. apply two medium coats of clear with recommend flash time in-between coats
9. let the paint dry overnight
10. wet sand any imperfections/dirt particles using 1500/2000 sand paper
11. polish with 3M rubbing compound using rotary buffer at relatively slow speed (don't burn the paint)
12. crack open a beer and enjoy your work!

If you have general questions about these steps, you probably should not start as you run the risk of ruining your bumper. The body shop will charge you a lot to fix your mistakes. If you have specific questions, I will be glad to help.

Good luck!

Krozi

Also, DO NOT apply clear RIGHT after paint...take your time...I would do a light paint coat, 10 min, medium paint coat, 10 min, medium paint coat, 1 hour, light clearcoat, 10min, light clearcoat, 10min, medium clearcoat.