Where to Get OEM Touch-up Paint?

Randy V · 08-01-2005, 04:44 PM

I neeed a small bottle of Porsche Midnight Blue Metallic for a few stone chips. Where can I get some?

Thanks!

bwebb77 · 08-01-2005, 04:48 PM

928 Spec. If it's still avaible and I'm sure it is for your car. If not go to PaintScratch dot com they had mine.

rixter · 08-01-2005, 04:53 PM

if 928Spec can't get it there are a number of companies out there that can give you the formula and you then take it to anyone who does PPG and have them mix it

Mark · 08-01-2005, 04:55 PM

OR...you can remove your gas cap cover and have it computer matched at an auto paint supplier.

Mongo · 08-01-2005, 05:09 PM

Worse case scenario is you'll have to make trip to Hoehn where they can order you a bottle for $17.

F4GIB · 08-01-2005, 05:20 PM

I got a small bottle of Guards Red at my local Porsche dealer.

Mongo · 08-01-2005, 05:54 PM

I got Guards red at my dealer too and the guy was arguing with me about it being a different color than the 993/996 guards red. When I waived the old bottle at him he stood there quiet, apologized and gave me the 996 red. I guess he learned something new about that color

lawndart · 08-01-2005, 05:57 PM

I ordered from colorscratch.com based on a recommendation here, and it matched perfectly.

m21sniper · 08-01-2005, 06:55 PM

You a viper driver dude?

shaynes · 08-01-2005, 08:15 PM

www.paintscratch.com, also for the best paint pens www.autovisuals.com, they may or may not have the color at autovisuals, but paintscratch will have it all, just make sure you match the color code correctly....

Randy V · 08-01-2005, 08:18 PM

Thanks, guys!

I'll give DR @ 928 Specialists a call later this week to see if he has my colour on hand. Paintscratch.com will be the alternate.

What's the opinion of the paint pens? I've heard mixed reviews over on a BMW forum I visit (when I need info for my other car).

lawndart · 08-01-2005, 08:26 PM

sorry, I meant paintscratch.com. M21, I spent 8 years as an Egress Technician on the F-16.

Randy V · 08-01-2005, 08:35 PM

Yeah, I've got some Langka - need the paint.

Anyone know if my colour has a clear coat applied over it? The Porsche colour code for the '94 Midnight Blue Metallic colour indicates it as 'water based'.

FlyingDog · 08-01-2005, 09:30 PM

You can get the color formula from Glasurit's website using your color code or name. I think all metallic Porsche paints are clearcoated, but I don't know for sure.

Andrew Olson · 08-02-2005, 03:05 AM

I bought the aero mirrors and I painted them with a spary can from paintscratch.com. Perfect match. People cannot believe that I used a spray can. I went with the 2-stage. That way you can lay all the clear you want without worry. Looks great. I'd be hesitant on the Porsche paint because paint does have a shelf life - and I'd say many of the Porsche brand paints may be beyond their prime. I highly recommend paintscratch.com.

I've also used their touch up paint bottles. Works perfectly. But remember if you have metalic paint, the only way to get it to really blend is to spray it on - otherwise the flake will not suspend correctly and you'll alway be able to tell. If you want more info on this let me know. However, for solid colors, it works great. Just remember to prep the area really well and the dab the slightest amount onto the chip. It may take you 5-10 coats to build it up, but you MUST be patient and resist the temptation to fill the chip on the 1st pass. After you have built it up, let it cure for 2 weeks. Then you can wet sand with 1500-2000 grit. Follow with rubbing compund, and wax. The results are awesone. I can only find one of my chips. Now the gouge ont he front bumper is another story, but at least it matches the color of the car...

08-01-2005, 04:44 PM	#1
Randy V Rennlist Emeritus Lifetime Rennlist Member Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Insane Diego, California Posts: 13,930	Where to Get OEM Touch-up Paint? I neeed a small bottle of Porsche Midnight Blue Metallic for a few stone chips. Where can I get some? Thanks! __________________ Randy V. San Diego, California '94 928 GTS - Midnight Blue Metal

08-01-2005, 04:53 PM	#3
rixter 928 OB-Wan Rennlist Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Zebulon, NC Posts: 4,672	if 928Spec can't get it there are a number of companies out there that can give you the formula and you then take it to anyone who does PPG and have them mix it __________________ 78 928 Euro 5 spd Production #34 the Queen 87 928 S4 GrandPrixWhite/MarineBlue 88 928 S4 NachtGrun/GrauGrun 95 968 GrandPrixWhite/ChestnutBrown 96 BMW Z3 BostonGreen/Tan

08-01-2005, 04:55 PM	#4
Mark Addict Rennlist Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Pensacola, FL Posts: 3,529	OR...you can remove your gas cap cover and have it computer matched at an auto paint supplier. __________________ Mark Pensacola, Fl The Fleet: 1985 928S Euro A/T("Baby") 17" 996 Wheels, Ott Xover, Ott Droplinks, S4/GT Big Black Brembo's, etc. (Parked - FOR SALE!) 1987 951 ("Farrah") 5-spd LSD, MAF Conv,"S" Turbo, APEXi AVC-R, ARM1/ARC2, CS Chips, Koni yellows, M030, MUCH more... 1991 Bounder 34J - 454 Chebby ("Condo on wheels") 2007 Kawasaki Nomad 2004 Nissan Titan LE 4x4 (Fleet Support Vehicle) others... Yes - the windshield banner in my avatar is REALLY on my car! NO PhotoShop here!

08-01-2005, 05:09 PM	#5
Mongo Arrogant Bastard Rennlist Member Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Hell. Liberal, Communist Hell (SF Bay Area, CA) Posts: 18,627	Worse case scenario is you'll have to make trip to Hoehn where they can order you a bottle for $17. __________________ Andy 1987 928 S4 1999 Mercedes C280 Sport 2000 VW Jetta GLS (Hers) "In the defense of our nation, a president must be a clear-eyed realist. There are limits to the smiles and scowls of diplomacy. Armies and missiles are not stopped by stiff notes of condemnation. They are held in check by strength and purpose and the promise of swift punishment." -George W Bush

08-01-2005, 05:20 PM	#6
F4GIB Addict Rennlist Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Minnesota Posts: 409	I got a small bottle of Guards Red at my local Porsche dealer. __________________ 1995 Guards Red 928GTS

08-01-2005, 04:48 PM	#2
bwebb77 User Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: North Mississippi Posts: 473	928 Spec. If it's still avaible and I'm sure it is for your car. If not go to PaintScratch dot com they had mine.

08-01-2005, 05:54 PM	#7
Mongo Arrogant Bastard Rennlist Member Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Hell. Liberal, Communist Hell (SF Bay Area, CA) Posts: 18,627	I got Guards red at my dealer too and the guy was arguing with me about it being a different color than the 993/996 guards red. When I waived the old bottle at him he stood there quiet, apologized and gave me the 996 red. I guess he learned something new about that color __________________ Andy 1987 928 S4 1999 Mercedes C280 Sport 2000 VW Jetta GLS (Hers) "In the defense of our nation, a president must be a clear-eyed realist. There are limits to the smiles and scowls of diplomacy. Armies and missiles are not stopped by stiff notes of condemnation. They are held in check by strength and purpose and the promise of swift punishment." -George W Bush

08-01-2005, 05:57 PM	#8
lawndart Addict Rennlist Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: The Woodlands, TX Posts: 120	I ordered from colorscratch.com based on a recommendation here, and it matched perfectly. __________________ Jeff H 1983 928s 5sp

08-01-2005, 06:55 PM	#9
m21sniper Banned Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Philly Posts: 2,067	You a viper driver dude?

08-01-2005, 08:15 PM	#10
shaynes Addict Rennlist Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Naples, FL. Posts: 865	www.paintscratch.com, also for the best paint pens www.autovisuals.com, they may or may not have the color at autovisuals, but paintscratch will have it all, just make sure you match the color code correctly....

08-01-2005, 08:18 PM	#11
Randy V Rennlist Emeritus Lifetime Rennlist Member Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Insane Diego, California Posts: 13,930	Thanks, guys! I'll give DR @ 928 Specialists a call later this week to see if he has my colour on hand. Paintscratch.com will be the alternate. What's the opinion of the paint pens? I've heard mixed reviews over on a BMW forum I visit (when I need info for my other car). __________________ Randy V. San Diego, California '94 928 GTS - Midnight Blue Metal

08-01-2005, 08:26 PM	#12
lawndart Addict Rennlist Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: The Woodlands, TX Posts: 120	sorry, I meant paintscratch.com. M21, I spent 8 years as an Egress Technician on the F-16. __________________ Jeff H 1983 928s 5sp

08-01-2005, 08:35 PM	#13
Randy V Rennlist Emeritus Lifetime Rennlist Member Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Insane Diego, California Posts: 13,930	Yeah, I've got some Langka - need the paint. Anyone know if my colour has a clear coat applied over it? The Porsche colour code for the '94 Midnight Blue Metallic colour indicates it as 'water based'. __________________ Randy V. San Diego, California '94 928 GTS - Midnight Blue Metal

08-01-2005, 09:30 PM	#14
FlyingDog Addict Rennlist Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Not close enough to VIR. Posts: 9,430	You can get the color formula from Glasurit's website using your color code or name. I think all metallic Porsche paints are clearcoated, but I don't know for sure. __________________ Matt 1984 928 Euro S -street/track/toy/race car? 1979 928 US - race car project 1981 928 US - parts car FOR SALE $800 with a pile of free 79 parts 2004 Dodge 3500HD - jack of all trades, master of the skid pad Friends don't let friends buy slushboxes.

08-02-2005, 03:05 AM	#15
Andrew Olson Supercharged Rennlist Member Join Date: May 2002 Location: M-F Ohio. S-S Michigan. Sucks, but I'm gettin' paid! Posts: 12,880	I bought the aero mirrors and I painted them with a spary can from paintscratch.com. Perfect match. People cannot believe that I used a spray can. I went with the 2-stage. That way you can lay all the clear you want without worry. Looks great. I'd be hesitant on the Porsche paint because paint does have a shelf life - and I'd say many of the Porsche brand paints may be beyond their prime. I highly recommend paintscratch.com. I've also used their touch up paint bottles. Works perfectly. But remember if you have metalic paint, the only way to get it to really blend is to spray it on - otherwise the flake will not suspend correctly and you'll alway be able to tell. If you want more info on this let me know. However, for solid colors, it works great. Just remember to prep the area really well and the dab the slightest amount onto the chip. It may take you 5-10 coats to build it up, but you MUST be patient and resist the temptation to fill the chip on the 1st pass. After you have built it up, let it cure for 2 weeks. Then you can wet sand with 1500-2000 grit. Follow with rubbing compund, and wax. The results are awesone. I can only find one of my chips. Now the gouge ont he front bumper is another story, but at least it matches the color of the car... __________________ AO