Mercedes Iridium Silver 775: Paint Code & Touch Up Paint Guide

Mercedes Iridium Silver Metallic is a bright silver finish commonly associated with paint code 775. Silver repairs benefit from careful preparation and thorough mixing because metallic particles strongly affect brightness.

What is Mercedes paint code 775?

775 is widely associated with Iridium Silver Metallic. Because Mercedes has offered multiple silver shades, do not order based on “silver” alone.

Why is silver application technique important?

Metallic particles reflect light differently depending on orientation. On a small stone chip the effect is limited, but on a larger spray repair distance, coat thickness and overlap can visibly change the shade.

Best touch up format for 775

How to repair Iridium Silver chips

1. Clean and degrease the damage.
2. Prime exposed substrate where necessary.
3. Mix 775 paint thoroughly so metallic pigment is evenly suspended.
4. Apply thin layers.
5. Allow appropriate flash/cure time.
6. Apply clear lacquer where required.

Read our stone chip guide.

Does Iridium Silver need clear coat?

Many metallic basecoats are designed for a separate clear lacquer. Follow your product instructions and see our lacquer guide.

Mercedes Iridium Silver FAQs

Is 775 Iridium Silver?

775 is widely associated with Mercedes Iridium Silver Metallic.

Can I use a brush on silver?

Yes for small chips. Larger visible areas generally suit aerosol application better.

Why might a correct code look slightly different?

Age, metallic orientation, lighting and previous repairs can affect appearance.

Find Iridium Silver touch up paint

Find Mercedes paint by registration or read our Mercedes touch up paint guide.