COLOR CODEC2C - Pure Burgundy MetallicMini Touch-Up Paint

The Look

This color defines the sophisticated side of the modern Clubman and Cooper. When it arrived in 2015, it signaled a shift away from the "cute" Mini aesthetic toward something more mature and expensive. It is a complex, deep maroon that hides its true character until the light hits it directly. In the shade or on a cloudy day, your car looks almost black or chocolatey, but the sun reveals a rich, wine-soaked red that makes the body lines of the F54 and F56 pop. Because it is such a dark, moody shade, it handles road grime better than the lighter silvers, though it will show every swirl mark if you aren't careful with your wash mitt.

Technical Details

This is a true metallic finish, which means it is packed with tiny flakes designed to catch and reflect light. Metallic paints like this are beautiful but can be temperamental for a home repair. The metallic particles are heavier than the pigment, so they tend to sink to the bottom of the container. If you don't mix them thoroughly, you will end up with a flat, dark patch that doesn't match the surrounding shimmer. Furthermore, if you apply the paint too heavily in one spot, the flakes will "mottle" or cluster together, creating a dark, muddy look. Your goal is to keep the flake distribution even so the repair disappears into the rest of the door or hood.

Best Practices

You can find your paint code on the passenger side door jamb, usually printed on a black sticker near the latch. Before you spray or dab Mini Pure Burgundy Metallic (check for code C2C), you need to shake the container for at least 60 seconds to wake up those metallic flakes. Do not skip this step, or the color will look too dark. Always test the color on the included card before touching the car to ensure the shade is right. When applying the paint in your garage or in the shade, keep the container moving to ensure the flow stays consistent. Use several thin layers rather than one thick one, and allow plenty of drying time between each pass to let the finish settle properly.