MASERATI car paint

When it comes to a beautiful luxury car like a Maserati, and the project is to carry out a paint repair or a complete respray, the first step is identification and research - specifically, locating the correct original shade among the colour codes of Italian cars and, of course, among the Maserati colour codes.

Ordering paint with a Maserati colour code is very straightforward once you've identified the correct reference. When you order on our website, the paint is prepared the same day by our technician and shipped within 24 hours for delivery in France, or within 48 to 72 hours across European countries. All that remains is to entrust the application to a reliable painter.

Yes, it is more advantageous to order your Maserati paint code through our website  rather than allowing a body shop to mix it manually: we provide professional solvent-based paints, while most body shops use water-based paints, which offer less  durability.

The ordering process is simple: just choose the appropriate format of paint depending of the surface to be painted.

It is, of course, strongly recommended to take the time to read the detailed  instructions and application guidelines provided on the product page. The final quality of your paintwork will depend entirely on your compliance with these instructions.

The car colour codes of MASERATI

There are around one hundred paint references for this prestigious Italian luxury  brand.
These paints are listed on our professional colour matching software, and we hold formulas for over 90% of the brand's shades dating back to the 1960s.

Depending on the model year of your vehicle, the colours will differ - as will the version of the paint to be used. This is due to the fact that paint technology has changed significantly since the early 2000s.

Previously, some metallic paints containing aluminium flakes existed, but most shades were simple, opaque colours without pearlescent or metallic particles. Since 2000, metallic and pearlescent finishes have become the norm.

This shift led to changes in the formulation and delivery method of paints. This is the case for almost all Maserati colour codes since the year 2000.

It's important to understand that when you want to repaint a metallic or pearlescent colour using a Maserati colour code, it can only be done using a 1K basecoat paint version.

These paints are also known as 1K paints (for one-component) in contrast to the older 2K paints (two components with hardener), which were thick and glossy.

No, it is not possible to prepare a 2K paint for a pearlescent or metallic Maserati shade. This is because 1K basecoats dry immediately in thin coats, whereas 2K paints require a longer setting time (at least 15 minutes), which allows the pigments to move or migrate. On both horizontal and vertical surfaces, this leads to visual defects such as marbling.

The history of the manufacturer MASERATI

Maserati was founded in 1914 by the Maserati brothers. It is an Italian car manufacturer entirely dedicated to producing luxury and high-performance vehicles. Maseratis are known for their powerful engines and elegant saloons.
The family consisted of seven brothers, all involved in the automotive sector. Starting in 1914, they manufactured bicycles and motorcycles, then began work on their first car racing project in 1922, producing highly reliable and durable vehicles equipped with 2-litre V8 engines.
The first car to bear the Maserati name was released in 1926 and was designed for racing. The brand quickly became a direct competitor to Bugatti. In 1937, the Maserati family sold the company to the Orsi family. During the Second World War, like many manufacturers, the factories were repurposed for military production.

It was after the war that Maserati found the road to success again, notably through the recruitment of a Fiat engineer. In 1968, Maserati was acquired by Citroën, which brought about innovations and mechanical advancements. In the 21st century,  Maserati has remained one of the most prestigious automotive brands. Although  sales declined by 50% in 2019, the brand continues to be a strong reference in the luxury automotive world.

Where to find the colour code of your MASERATI car?

The location of paint information on Maserati vehicles is similar to that of other premium brands.
For MASERATI vehicles, the VIN plate indicating the colour code can be found in the following locations:

- Inside the engine bay.
- Under the front bonnet

You can refer to the images provided below, which illustrate the location.
The colour code is always made up of three characters (letters or numbers).

It is also important to check inside the passenger-side door, where a plate is often affixed listing the Maserati colour code.

The iconic colours of MASERATI vehicles

We are fortunate to have an exceptionally well-maintained and up-to-date Maserati database, including matched colours up to 2021.
There are no universally iconic colours specific to Maserati, which - despite its  luxurious and sporty image - has always adopted a more understated palette compared to some of its Italian counterparts.
One distinctive feature of modern Maserati shades is the use of complex three-coat systems, similar to those seen in the motorcycle industry.
If your Maserati vehicle features one of these complex colours, additional paint will be required - such as a first coat or undercoat.
Here are some examples of well-known Maserati colour codes: the first one, 004B, is a good example of multi-layered paint:

004B BLU NOBILE 2019
004B FIRST COAT 2019
014 ROSSO POTENTE 2018
072 ORANGE ZEST 2021

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