Mazda RX8 Touch Up Paint (12 OEM Colors)

The Color Breakdown

Mazda clearly didn't want the RX-8 to blend into a parking lot. They gave us 12 distinct colors, and let's be honest-they really went for it. From the electric punch of Lightning Yellow to the sophisticated depth of Nordic Green Mica and the fan-favorite Velocity Red Mica, these aren't just paints; they're personalities. Whether you're rocking a "look at me" yellow or a "catch me if you can" red, your car was designed to stand out.

What to Watch For

Now, here is the "but." While these colors are stunning, the RX-8's factory clear coat is known for being a bit on the "soft" side. Because the car sits so low to the ground, that stylish nose is a magnet for rock chips, and if yours has spent a lot of time in the sun, you might notice the paint on the roof or trunk starting to look a little tired or "cloudy." You might even see some tiny bubbles trying to form around the door handles or the roof's rain rails.

Before you start, you'll need your "ID card." Open your driver's door and look at the pillar (the door jamb) for a silver or white sticker. Your paint code is usually a two or three-digit combo of letters and numbers (like A4A for Velocity Red). If the sticker is missing, a quick call to a Mazda parts desk with your VIN will get you the answer.

Driveway Repair Tip

Since so many RX-8 colors (like the Snowflake Pearl or Copper Red) are "Mica" or "Tricoat" finishes, they have a lot of tiny sparkles that like to settle at the bottom of the bottle. Shake your touch-up bottle for at least 60 seconds-longer than you think you need to-to wake up those metallic flakes.

When you're applying the paint to a chip, don't try to "paint" it in one long stroke. Instead, think of yourself as a surgeon: use the tip of the brush or pen to dab a tiny dot of paint into the center of the chip and let it flow to the edges. If you have a "Tricoat" (which usually comes with two bottles), remember that the second bottle is the "shimmer." Apply that one in a very thin, light layer once the first color is dry. These colors require a little extra patience, but the result is worth the wait!