Paint Kits in B21 - Atacama Yellow

Everything you need to touch up your BMW - in one convenient package.

  • BMW Atacama Yellow (B21) Touch Up Paint Pen Kit – Complete System to Repair Small Chips and Scratches (1/2oz) BMW Atacama Yellow (B21) Touch Up Paint Pen Kit – Complete System to Repair Small Chips and Scratches (1/2oz)

    Paint Pen Kit

    Paint Pen Kit

    Small repairs up to pencil eraser size

    Easily hides damage

    Quick fix

    Skill Level: 🟢⚪⚪⚪

    $46.95
    $46.95
  • BMW Atacama Yellow (B21) Touch-Up Paint Bottle Kit – Complete System to Repair Medium Chips and Scratches (2oz) BMW Atacama Yellow (B21) Touch-Up Paint Bottle Kit – Complete System to Repair Medium Chips and Scratches (2oz)

    Paint Bottle Kit

    Paint Bottle Kit

    Medium damage up to size of a dime

    More blended coverage

    Short Project

    Skill Level: 🟡🟡⚪⚪

    $64.95
    $64.95
  • BMW Atacama Yellow (B21) Touch-Up Spray Can Kit – Complete Repair System for Panels, Bumpers and Larger Repairs (12oz) BMW Atacama Yellow (B21) Touch-Up Spray Can Kit – Complete Repair System for Panels, Bumpers and Larger Repairs (12oz)

    Spray Can Kit

    Spray Can Kit

    Large areas or single panel repaints

    Professional-level repairs

    Half-Day Job

    Skill Level: 🟠🟠🟠⚪

    $79.95
    $79.95

Paint in B21 - Atacama Yellow

Custom-mixed BMW paint for everyone - from beginners to pros.

  • Image of Atacama Yellow B21 for BMW BMW Atacama Yellow (B21) Exact-Match Paint Pen – Beginner-Friendly Repair for Small Chips and Scratches (1/2oz)

    Paint Pen

    Paint Pen

    Small repairs up to pencil eraser size

    Easily hides damage

    Quick fix

    Skill Level: 🟢⚪⚪⚪

    $19.95
    $19.95
  • Image of Atacama Yellow B21 for BMW BMW Atacama Yellow (B21) Exact-Match Paint Bottle – DIY Repair for Medium Chips and Scratches (2oz)

    Paint Bottle

    Paint Bottle

    Medium damage up to size of a dime

    More blended coverage

    Short Project

    Skill Level: 🟡🟡⚪⚪

    $34.95
    $34.95
  • Image of Atacama Yellow B21 for BMW BMW Atacama Yellow (B21) Exact-Match Spray Can – Professional Basecoat for Panels, Bumpers and Larger Repairs (12oz)

    Spray Can

    Spray Can

    Large areas or single panel repaints

    Professional-level repairs

    Half-Day Job

    Skill Level: 🟠🟠🟠⚪

    $39.95
    $39.95
  • Image of Atacama Yellow B21 for BMW Image showing a technician using a spray gun with PaintScratch pro-size automotive paint for a professional refinishing job.

    Professional Size

    Professional Size

    Multiple panels or complete repaints

    Showroom-quality finish

    Weekend Commitment

    Skill Level: 🔴🔴🔴🔴

    From $109.95
    From $109.95

This color is compatible with the following BMWs:

MODELS: Z4

YEARS: 2011, 2012, 2013

To determine if Atacama Yellow is the correct color, check your vehicle's color code. It should match the paint color code, which is B21.

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Non-Paint Products for All Vehicles

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.

Clearcoats

A necessary layer - applied over the paint - to add shine and prevent sun damage.

Primers

Applied before paint to protect bare surfaces, such as bare metal, plastic, or rubber.

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Popular Accessories

Our most popular products to help you achieve the best repair possible.

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Body Filler Products

Smooth over scratches, pin holes, dents and dings.

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Solvents and Other Primers

Chemical products for rust removal, thinning paint, and cleanup.

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Safety Products

Keep your skin clean and your lungs healthy.

Your Paint Color Profile

B21 - Atacama Yellow

The Look

This color is loud. It doesn't ask for attention; it demands it. Named after the high-altitude desert in Chile, it was the launch face of the E89 Z4. It's a warm, heavy yellow with a faint pulse of orange underneath. It's rare. Very rare. Most owners settled for silver or white, making an Atacama car a true collector's piece. It defines the long hood and short deck of the Z4 perfectly. It's bold. It's unapologetic.

Technical Details

This is a solid finish. No metallic. No pearl. Pure pigment. Solid yellows are notorious for being transparent. They don't hide what is underneath. If your surface prep is sloppy, the paint will tell on you. The benefit? You don't have to worry about metallic flakes settling unevenly or creating stripes. The risk? It shows every speck of dust. Keep your garage clean and the air still.

Best Practices

Check the driver-side door pillar or the driver-side strut tower under the hood to confirm your info. Before you spray or dab BMW Atacama Yellow (check for code B21), you need to shake it for 60 seconds. These heavy pigments settle fast. Test the color on the included card first. Yellow needs thin, patient layers to build depth. Don't rush for full coverage on the first pass. Keep the container moving to maintain even flow. Work in the shade and allow for plenty of drying time between coats.

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How to Find Your BMW's Color Code

BMW Color Codes are usually found on the Color ID Tag in the driver-side door jamb or B-pillar area. The Color ID Tag is typically a sticker or plate; on some models and years it may be under the hood, sometimes at the back of the engine compartment near the firewall. BMW Color Codes are usually 3 digits, but can also appear as A52 or an older format like 354/7; common examples include 300, 475, A52, or 354/7.

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PaintScratch proudly offers simple, beginner-friendly products in Atacama Yellow that do not require any fancy equipment. For the serious car fanatic, you can find ready-to-spray large-sized paints.

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