COLOR CODE771 - Velvet BrownMercedes-Benz Touch-Up Paint

The Look

You generally see this shade on the newer fleet of electric flagships like the EQS or the luxury-tier GLE. It is a sophisticated, earthy tone that replaces the standard blacks and silvers with something that feels more intentional. Because it belongs to the modern era of Mercedes-Benz design, the color is meant to highlight the long, sweeping curves of your car rather than hide them. Since your vehicle is likely only a year or two old, the surrounding paint still has its factory depth, which makes your repair much easier to blend if you take your time.

Technical Details

This is a pearl finish, which means it relies on specialized mica particles to catch the light. These particles are heavier than the paint itself and tend to sink to the bottom of the container while it sits on your shelf. If you do not mix them thoroughly, you will end up with a flat brown that looks dull compared to the rest of the panel. Pearl finishes can also "mottle" or look blotchy if the pigment is applied too heavily in one spot, so your goal is to build the color in thin, even layers to keep the metallic flakes sitting level.

Best Practices

You will find your color ID on the driver-side door jamb, usually printed on a black sticker near the bottom or middle of the pillar. Before you spray or dab Mercedes-Benz Velvet Brown (check for code 771), you need to shake it for 60 seconds to wake up those pearl pigments. Test the color on the included card to make sure the flake density matches your car. When you begin the actual repair, keep the container moving and apply the paint in light passes. If you are using a pen or brush, avoid the urge to glob it on. Two thin layers will always look better than one thick one. Find a spot in your garage or a patch of shade to work, as direct sunlight will make the paint dry too fast and ruin the flow.