This color is compatible with the following AMGs:

MODELS: All Models

YEARS: 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001

To determine if Semi Gloss Black (9988) is the correct color, check your vehicle's color code. It should match the paint color code, which is B2.

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Once you've added custom color paint to your cart, you will need clearcoat and (depending on your damage) other non-paint products to complete your repair.

Your Paint Color Profile

B2 - Semi Gloss Black (9988)

The Look

This is the stealth foundation of the golden era. Between 1994 and 2001, every heavy-hitter from the C36 to the E55 relied on this specific shade to ground its aggression. It isn't a body color. It's the finish for grilles, mirror stalks, and those iconic aero trim pieces. It stays in the background. It doesn't scream. It just works.

Technical Details

Don't look for sparkles here. It is a deep, solid black with zero metallic or pearl interference. The challenge is the sheen. It sits right between matte and high gloss. If you go too heavy, it turns into a mirror. If you go too light, it looks like dry plastic. Before you spray or dab AMG Semi Gloss Black (9988) (check for code B2), you need to shake it for 60 seconds. Consistency is everything with a satin finish.

Painter's Tip

Pop your hood and look at the radiator support bar or check the driver's side door jamb for the stamped metal plate. That's where the code hides. When you start, test the color on the included card. If the sheen looks off, you aren't shaking the container enough. Keep the container moving in steady, even passes. Thick puddles will ruin the semi-gloss effect. Work in the garage or the shade to keep the drying time predictable. Light layers win the game.

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How to Find Your AMG's Color Code

AMG can determine the color code by phone. If a color code is unavailable, the PPG or Dupont (Axalta) paint formula number serves as the reference.

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