Mercedes-Benz paint code 281
Designo Cerussite Grey Magno Metallic Matte, also listed as Magno Cerussitgrau Metallic Matte.
- Code
281(also seen as7281)- Finish
- Matte
- Colour family
- Grey
- Code in use
- 2012–2020 across Mercedes-Benz
- Models
- 3
- Screen colour
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Mercedes-Benz models with paint code 281
Years are the overlap of the code's years with each model's production years. ≈ production years of the model line, not the exact variant; ? production years not confirmed yet.
| Model | Years | Colour name |
|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz Sl-Klasse | 2012–2020 | Designo Cerussite Grey Magno Metallic Matte |
| Mercedes-Benz Slc-Klasse | 2012–2020 ≈ | Designo Cerussite Grey Magno Metallic Matte |
| Mercedes-Benz Slk-Klasse | 2012–2020 | Designo Cerussite Grey Magno Metallic Matte |
Where to find code 281 on your Mercedes-Benz
Paint label on the B-pillar or the radiator support. Three digits, sometimes with a letter: 040 (Black), 197 (Obsidian Black), 149 (Polar White), 775.
Touch-up paint for Designo Cerussite Grey Magno Metallic Matte
Ask for Mercedes-Benz 281 and give the model year: paint suppliers mix by code, and some codes have several variants (this one also appears as 7281).
This is a matte or low-gloss variant: use a matte clear coat, never a gloss one, and expect to repaint a whole panel rather than polish a spot.
Read the touch-up paint guide before you start.