COLOR CODE28W - Radiant Ebony MetallicMazda Touch-Up Paint

The Look

This color is a chameleon that defines the mid-2000s Mazda era. While it looks like a standard black in the shade, direct sunlight reveals a deep, wine-colored glow that owners often call Black Cherry. It was the flagship choice for the Shinka Edition RX-8 and the 2006 Special Edition Miata, giving those cars a custom appearance straight from the factory. Since your Mazda has likely spent over a decade on the road, that purple shimmer is what you need to get right to make the repair disappear.

Technical Details

This is a complex mica finish packed with heavy metallic flakes. These particles give the paint its signature depth, but they are prone to settling at the bottom of the container. If you apply the paint too heavily in one spot, the flakes will cluster and create dark, muddy patches. To keep the finish even, you must ensure a steady flow and keep the container moving across the surface. This ensures the flakes lay flat, allowing the light to bounce off the purple undertones instead of just showing a flat, dark spot.

Best Practices

Before you spray or dab Mazda Radiant Ebony Metallic (check for code 28W), you need to shake it for 60 seconds. You can find your identification sticker on the driver's side door jamb or occasionally on the firewall behind the engine. Because the metallic content is high, always test the color on the included card to see how the flakes settle before touching the car. Apply the paint in light, thin layers in a protected garage or the shade. Give each layer plenty of drying time to prevent the heavy mica from sinking or running, which is the secret to keeping that famous glow.