MOTIP paint color catalog for cars: palette with codes and recommendations

When it comes to local auto body repairs or full vehicle refinishing, paint selection becomes a critical step. Brand MOTIP has been associated with professional auto repair materials for decades, offering one of the most extensive shade palettes on the market. However, even among experienced painters questions arise: how to accurately choose a color from a catalog MOTIP, avoid discrepancies with the factory shade and not make a mistake with the type of paint (acrylic, metallic, mother-of-pearl)?

In this article we will look at the official color catalog MOTIP for 2026, we will provide correspondence tables with manufacturer codes (VW, BMW, Toyota, etc.), we will explain how the selection system works VIN-code, and we will reveal the nuances that even dealers are silent about. We will pay special attention to typical mistakes when tinting - for example, why paint with the same name from different batches may differ by 5-10% in tone due to changes in the recipe, and how to prevent it.

Official MOTIP color catalog: structure and features

Company MOTIP offers more 15,000 shades in its catalog, but not all of them are available in retail. The palette is divided into several key categories:

• 🔴 Standard colors (RAL, classic shades for mass car brands).
• 🔵 Metallic and mother of pearl (with a “chameleon” effect, require additional varnish).
• 🟢 Matte and satin (for tuning and modern premium models).
• ⚫ Special Series (restoration paints for retro cars, limited editions).

It is important to understand that MOTIP does not simply copy factory colors, but adapts them to suit its technological processes. For example, shade BMW Alpine White (300) in the catalog MOTIP may have an index M-300.001, where the last digit indicates the version of the recipe. Ignoring this nuance is one of the main reasons for color mismatch after painting.

For ease of searching, the manufacturer divides the catalog into:

• 📖 Printed versions (paper fans, updated every 2-3 years).
• 💻 Electronic databases (software for tinting stations, updated monthly).
• 📱 Mobile applications (for example, MOTIP Color App with the color scanning function of the smartphone camera).

How to use the catalog: step-by-step instructions

Even with a fan in front of me MOTIP, it is easy to get confused in the notation. Let's analyze the selection algorithm using the example of a real task: painting a bumper 2018 Volkswagen Golf in color Pure White (LA9W).

1. Step 1. Determine the factory color code.

   We find the code on the car plate (usually in the glove compartment or on the door pillar). For VW Golf it could be LA9W or 9U9U (depending on the configuration). Enter the code into the catalog search engine MOTIP.

2. Step 2: Compliance check.

   The system will display the following options: M-900.003 (Pure White) and M-900.004 (Pure White with mother of pearl). Let's compare the description: if there is a letter in your code L (for example, LA9W), this indicates mother of pearl.

3. Step 3. Taking into account additional parameters.

   For metallics and mother-of-pearl, we definitely check:

   • 🔍 Gloss index (for example, M-505.002/60, where 60 is the degree of gloss).
   • 🎨 The need for varnish (marked in the catalog with the icon ✱).
   • 🛠️ Base type (1K is ready-made paint, 2K requires a hardener).

A critical mistake many car owners make is buying paint based only on the color name (for example, “Metallic Black”). In the catalog MOTIP There can be up to 15 variations of black with different undertones (blue, green, brown). Always check with OEM code manufacturer!

⚠️ Attention: If your vehicle has been previously painted, the factory color code may not match the actual body shade. In this case, the only reliable way is spectrophotometric analysis in a professional workshop.

Table of popular MOTIP colors with manufacturer codes

Below is an updated table of correspondence of the most popular shades MOTIP and original codes of automakers (data for 2026). Please note that for an accurate selection, always use the official catalog - this table is for reference only.

To clarify the code for a specific model, use official search engine MOTIP (select make, model and year). If your color is not in the table, check that the catalog is up to date - MOTIP updates the database once a quarter.

Typical mistakes when choosing MOTIP paint and how to avoid them

Even professionals sometimes encounter problems when working with paints MOTIP. Here are the most common punctures and how to prevent them:

• 🔴 Ignoring the paint lot.

  Each can has a lot number (for example, 2308A). If you purchase additional paint later, the batch may differ, which will lead to visual color separation. Always write down the batch number and buy paint from the same supply.

• 🟡 Incorrect selection of varnish.

  For metallics and pearls MOTIP recommends series varnishes M-800 with varying degrees of gloss (from M-800.001/30 - matte to M-800.005/90 - high gloss). The use of universal varnish leads to clouding of the color.

• 🟢 Incorrect surface preparation.

  Paints MOTIP require specific primers: for acrylic - M-400.001, for metallics - M-400.003. Skipping this step reduces the service life of the coating by 2-3 times.

Another trap - lighting color temperature when selecting. Workshops often use fluorescent lamps with cold light (6500K), which distort the perception of warm tones (for example, beige will appear white). For precise tinting, use a light source 5000K (daylight).

⚠️ Attention: Paints MOTIP series M-1000 (for retro cars) contain lead pigments and require special disposal. Do not use them for modern cars - this violates environmental standards of the EU and the Russian Federation.

Where to buy original MOTIP paint: trusted suppliers

The car paint market is flooded with fakes, especially in the segment MOTIP. According to the association RAEC, up to 30% of cans with the brand logo in Russian stores are counterfeit. To avoid getting counterfeit, buy paint only from official distributors:

• 🏢 Official website MOTIP: www.motip.com/ru (delivery from Germany, delivery time 10-14 days).
• 🛒 Certified stores:
  • Autocolor (Moscow, St. Petersburg, Ekaterinburg)
  • PaintPro (networks in the Russian Federation, check the dealer’s certificate)
  • AvtoKraska (online, color matching guarantee)
• 🔧 Authorized service centers: Many service stations cooperate with MOTIP directly and can order paint at a wholesale price.

1. Rust removal (sandblasting or converter M-750.001)
2. Application of acid primer M-400.004
3. Putty (if necessary) M-350.002
4. Acrylic primer M-400.001