This color is compatible with the following BMWs:

MODELS: M5, 3 Series, X5, 1 Series, M3, X1, 5 Series

YEARS: 2001, 2002, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2026, 2027

To determine if Le mans Blue Metallic is the correct color, check your vehicle's color code. It should match the paint color code, which is 381.

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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.

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381 - Le mans Blue Metallic

The Look

This isn't just blue. It's heritage. Launched as the face of the E39 M5, it eventually defined the M-Sport era for the 3 Series and X5. It's a driver's color. Deep and moody in the garage. Vibrant and electric in the sun. On a 1 Series, it looks like a weapon. It's rich. It's aggressive. It doesn't apologize for being noticed.

Technical Details

This is a metallic finish. It's loaded with fine flakes that provide that signature depth. It dries flat and dull. Do not panic. The color only finds its soul once you apply the clear coat. Metallics are temperamental. If you stay in one spot too long, the metal particles will bunch up. This creates dark bruises or stripes. Keep the container moving. Work in light, even layers to keep the flake consistent.

Best Practices

Pop the hood and look at the strut tower or check the driver's side door jamb for the ID plate. Before you spray or dab BMW Le mans Blue Metallic (check for code 381), you need to shake it for 60 seconds. The heavy metallic pigments settle at the bottom. This is non-negotiable. Test the color on the included card first. Wait for the drying time to finish before judging the match. Metallics look different when wet. Stay out of the sun and work in the shade.

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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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