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Re: <E28> Paint classification?

On 13 Sep 1996, Joe Fahy wrote:

> Hi All,  What is the type of paint that BMW used on the 1988 E28 ///M5?  

Schwartz
 
> I was going to repaint a couple of small areas and repair some paint chips and
> called the local dealer for a pint to a quart of "028" Schwarz.  The parts guy
> said they do not have that much for sale but that I should go to the local PPG
> paint supplier, as that is where the dealer gets the paint they use.  Called the
> PPG retailer and he wanted to know what type of paint it was: acryllic enamel,
> acryllic urethane, etc.  I believe that the finish is not a clear coat, as black
> comes off using HD Cleanse.  Any help appreciated!

Whoaw! First of all, a simple paint pen will work just fine - any BMW 
dealer worth their salt will have it on the shelf.

Secondly, Schwartz is a single stage paint; that is, no clearcoat. (if 
you ever wonder why your HD-Cleanse comes up black, this is why - 
don't worry, though - what HD Cleanse brings up is negligible).

Filippo