best way to paint 2-tone mercedes?

[Renelsisc]

Hey guys,

My mother has this car in real life and I really want to make a model version for her.

However, I'm not so certain as to how to go about painting this car. Basically, I would like to paint it exactly like this colour.

http://www.1999.co.jp/eng/10001039

But how should i go about painting the bottom? as it is a 2 tone car...any of you gurus know what colour that should be as well? Thanks

Gary

[freakray]

The factory colors should be on the chassis plate under the hood, otherwise a Mercedes dealer should be able to help you with the correct colors through their touch up paint lines.

As for the two-tone, masking with Tamiya tape would be a start.

[DasWiesel]

If you want to know the original Benz-colours, i would guess they are "040 Schwarz" and for bumpers and side skirts "7700 Altograu".

[Renelsisc]

thanks for the color codes!!!

so naturally, my next question might be....where do i BUY these spray colours? I dont think I can go to the dealer and buy this type of thing no? I want to make it as close to original colour as possible...thanks.

Gary

[Philmodelcar]

check this website, you should be able to find these colors, if not ask by e-mail to Steve. He can basically provide you with any color !

www.hiroboy.com

[Canneth]

i did mine with Tamiya Semi Gloss black and German Grey... hope these pics can give you a rough idea... good luck

[rsxse240]

Yes you can go to the mercedes parts counter and get touch up paints, though they will likely be in the brush applicator, so you'll need to use it through your airbrush thinned with (likely) lacquer thinner, or ask them what kind of paint base it is and use the proper thinner for the paint.