Maintaining the sleek, sporty appearance of your 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK Class is paramount for any owner. Even minor paint imperfections can detract from its overall beauty and potentially lead to more significant issues down the line. Fortunately, restoring your SLK’s factory finish is easier than you might think, and it starts with identifying the correct paint color.
Step One: Discover Your 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK Class Color Code
Mercedes-Benz, renowned for its meticulous engineering and luxurious finishes, utilizes a sophisticated basecoat/clearcoat paint system. To ensure a seamless repair, you’ll need to pinpoint your vehicle’s specific color code. This code is the key to obtaining a flawless match with AutomotiveTouchup’s custom-mixed paints, designed to replicate the original factory application.
Locating your 2004 SLK Class paint code is usually straightforward. You can typically find it on the vehicle’s identification sticker. This sticker, often located on the driver’s side door jamb, B-pillar, or inside the service booklet, contains various vehicle details, including the paint code. The paint code itself is generally a three or four-digit number. While sometimes prefixed with “DB,” this isn’t always the case.
Once you’ve located the identification sticker, refer to the chart below to find your 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK Class color and its corresponding code. This comprehensive list includes all available colors for the model year, complete with color chips to aid visual identification.
| Chip | Color Codes | Color Description |
|---|---|---|
| 002, 197, 9197 | Obsidian Black Metallic | |
| 0026, 026, 26 | Designo Meerblau Metallic | |
| 0031, 031, 31 | Chromaflair Metallic/Designo Chromaflair Metallic | |
| 0032, 032, 32 | Mystic Blue Pearl | |
| 0033, 033, 33 | Designo Mocha Black Metallic | |
| 0034, 034, 34 | Varicolor III Metallic | |
| 0036, 036, 36 | Cashmere Metallic | |
| 0-037, 0037, 037, 37 | Designo Mystic Red Metallic | |
| 0041, 041, 41, S041 | Designo Graphite Green Metallic | |
| 0042, 042 | Designo Bronze Metallic | |
| 020 | Copper Metallic | |
| 025, 25 | Black Diamond Metallic | |
| 029, 29 | Designo Silber Metallic/Designo Silver Metallic | |
| 030, 30 | Gold Metallic | |
| 038 | Designo Mysticweiss Pearl | |
| 040, 40, 9040, C040 | Black/Deep Black/Tiefschwarz | |
| 043 | Chablis Metallic | |
| 149, 9-149, 9149, C149 | Polar White | |
| 1601, DB1601, DBT1601, MB1601, MBT1601 | Aprikosengelb | |
| 1685, 685 | Sunburst Yellow | |
| 1693, 693, 6938ALT3) | Desert Silver Metallic/Travertinbeige Metallic | |
| 182, 9182 | Almadinschwarz Metallic | |
| 189, 9189, C189 | Black Opal Metallic | |
| 247 | Mystic Green Metallic | |
| 257, 6257 | Circongruen Mica | |
| 339, 4339 | Violan Metallic | |
| 345, 5-345, 5345, PBM | Jasper Blue Metallic | |
| 347, 5347 | Chalcedonblau Pearl | |
| 352, 5352 | Bahama Blue Metallic/Delete Usage | |
| 3548, 548, PV3 | Amber Red Metallic | |
| 3567, 567 | Bordeaux Red Metallic | |
| 357 | Cadet Blue Metallic | |
| 3-586, 3586, 586 | Magma Red | |
| 3589, 589 | Jupiter Red/Jupiterrot | |
| 359, 5-359, 5359 | Capri Blue Metallic | |
| 3590, 590 | Mars Red | |
| 372, 5372 | Sapphire Blue Metallic/Delete Usage | |
| 486, 8486 | Bourbon Metallic | |
| 5811 | Jeansblau Metallic | |
| 5904, 904 | Midnight Blue | |
| 5-950, 5950, 950 | Benitoitblau Metallic | |
| 6816, 816 | Andraditgruen Metallic | |
| 6891, 891 | Alexandritgruen Metallic | |
| 700, 7700 | Altograu Metallic Matte – Low Gloss | |
| 723, 9-723, 9723 | Cubanitsilber Metallic/Pewter Metallic | |
| 7387 | Chamonixgrau Matte – Low Gloss | |
| 744, 9744, HD3, MB744, MB9744, PD3 | Brilliant Silver Metallic/Brillantsilber Metallic | |
| 753 | Tectite Gray Metallic | |
| 755, 7755, C755 | Steel Gray Metallic/Tenoritgrau Metallic | |
| 759, 7759, DR, PDR | Dark Slate Gray Metallic/Graphite Gray Metallic | |
| 762, 9762 | Tellursilber Metallic | |
| 762, 9-762, 9762 | Diamond Silver Metallic | |
| 774, 9774 | Euklassilber Metallic | |
| 775, 9775, C775 | Iridium Silver Metallic/Iridiumsilber Pearl Metallic/Iridium Silver Pearl Metallic | |
| 780, 960, 9960 | Alabaster White | |
| 810 | Laguna Green Metallic | |
| 941 | Aragonitblau Metallic | |
| 9780 | Alaska White | |
| 994 | Amethyst Violet Metallic |
If you are unable to locate your color within this chart, don’t worry. Our expert team is here to assist you. Simply call us, and we’ll leverage our extensive database to help you find the precise match for your 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK Class.
The Benefits of the Two-Step Paint System for Your 2004 SLK Class
Mercedes-Benz employs a two-step basecoat/clearcoat system at the factory for good reason, and AutomotiveTouchup faithfully replicates this process. This system offers superior durability and aesthetics compared to older single-stage paints.
The first step involves the basecoat, which is the pigmented layer providing your SLK Class its distinctive color. Following the basecoat, the clearcoat is applied. This second, transparent layer is crucial; it not only safeguards the color basecoat from environmental damage like UV rays and scratches but also imparts the deep gloss and lustrous shine that defines a Mercedes-Benz finish.
By utilizing AutomotiveTouchup’s two-step system, you are ensuring that your 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK Class retains its original factory quality paint finish after repair. This system is designed for longevity and maintains the vehicle’s aesthetic appeal and resale value.
Real Customer Experiences: Touch-Up Success Stories for the 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK Class
Our commitment to providing perfectly matched and high-quality touch-up paint is reflected in the experiences of our customers. Here are a few stories from 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK Class owners who have successfully used AutomotiveTouchup products to restore their vehicle’s paint:
Ron from San Clemente, CA, a 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK Class Owner:
“I received the touch up paint and prepared the damaged area on the car with an epoxy filler then applied several layers of primer paint. Sanded the area then applied the finish color. It worked out great and looks fine… The finish supplied color blended in with the original color of the car… I finished off the area with several coats of clear coat as well. Then power buffed it out with polish. Thank you for offering the products. I have used your products on several cars over the years and kept them looking like they are still brand new.”
Ron’s experience highlights the effectiveness of our two-step system and the excellent color match achievable for the 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK Class. He also emphasizes the cost-saving benefits of DIY touch-up, avoiding expensive body shop repairs.
Jim C from Edwardsville, IL, also a 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK Class Owner:
“The paint and clear coat seemed to be of good quality and the match was very good.”
Jim C’s concise feedback reinforces the quality and accurate color matching of our touch-up products for the 2004 SLK Class.
While these testimonials specifically mention the 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK Class, our touch-up paint solutions are equally effective across a wide range of Mercedes-Benz models and years.
Restore your 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK Class to its former glory with AutomotiveTouchup. Find your color code today and take the first step towards a flawless finish.
