1978 BMW
1978 BMW 5-Series paint codes
These are the paint codes and color names in the Auto Paint USA catalog for the 1978 BMW 5-Series. This list is the catalog used by the vehicle finder. It is not a separate manufacturer confirmation.
Catalog colors
| Color preview | Color description | Paint code | Shop |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anthracite Gray Metallic | 55 | Shop this color 55 Anthracite Gray Metallic | |
| Arctic Blue Metallic | 45 | Shop this color 45 Arctic Blue Metallic | |
| Black | 86 | Shop this color 86 Black | |
| Brodeaux Red | 53 | Shop this color 53 Brodeaux Red | |
| Chamonix White | 85 | Shop this color 85 Chamonix White | |
| Coral | 20 | Shop this color 20 Coral | |
| Jade Green | 078 | Shop this color 078 Jade Green | |
| Maroon (Madeira) | 27 | Shop this color 27 Maroon (Madeira) | |
| Mint Green | 79 | Shop this color 79 Mint Green | |
| New Polaris Metallic | 060/60 | Shop this color 060/60 New Polaris Metallic | |
| Ocean Blue | 54 | Shop this color 54 Ocean Blue | |
| Reseda Green Metallic | 75 | Shop this color 75 Reseda Green Metallic | |
| Ruby Red Metallic | 18 | Shop this color 18 Ruby Red Metallic | |
| Sierra Beige | 012 | Shop this color 012 Sierra Beige | |
| Stato Blue (Pastel) | 44 | Shop this color 44 Stato Blue (Pastel) | |
| Topaz Brown Metallic | 13 | Shop this color 13 Topaz Brown Metallic |
- Anthracite Gray Metallic55
- Arctic Blue Metallic45
- Black86
- Brodeaux Red53
- Chamonix White85
- Coral20
- Jade Green
- Maroon (Madeira)27
- Mint Green79
- New Polaris Metallic060/60
- Ocean Blue54
- Reseda Green Metallic75
- Ruby Red Metallic18
- Sierra Beige
- Stato Blue (Pastel)44
- Topaz Brown Metallic13
Approximate on-screen previews derived from color names and paint codes. Not a factory color match.
Paint formats
A catalog color can be mixed in the formats below. Prices are the published product prices.
Touch-Up Pen
$17.99
Rock chips, door dings, and scratches smaller than a dime.
How to useTouch-Up Bottle
$27.95
Scuffs and chips up to about a quarter in size.
How to useAerosol
$35.99
Larger panels, bumpers, and repairs around 4–6 square feet.
How to useReady to spray professional basecoat
Starting at $89.99
For use with professional spray equipment.
How to use