What is the paint code for Mercedes Hyacint Red?

The official OEM paint code for Mercedes Hyacint Red is 996. It is a Metallic Pearl finish. Always use this exact code when ordering replacement or touch-up paint to ensure a factory-accurate color match.

Where can I find paint code 996 on my Mercedes?

On most Mercedes vehicles, the paint code sticker is located on the driver's door jamb or vehicle identification sticker. Look for the code 996 on the label.

What type of paint is Hyacint Red (996)?

Hyacint Red (996) is a Metallic Pearl paint.

Which years was paint code 996 produced?

Mercedes Hyacint Red (996) was produced for model years 2012 – 2020.

Which brand uses Hyacint Red (996)?

Hyacint Red with paint code 996 is an OEM factory color by Mercedes. It was available from 2012 – 2020.

Mercedes Hyacint Red (996)

Q: Which Mercedes models used paint code 996?

Paint code 996 (Hyacint Red) was used on the following Mercedes models: AMG GT, C CLASS, CL CLASS, CLS, E CLASS, G CLASS, GL CLASS, GLA CLASS, GLC CLASS, GLE CLASS, GLK CLASS, GLS CLASS, M CLASS, SL CLASS, SLC, SLK.

Color Name

Hyacint Red

Paint Code

996

Also Known As

Designo Cardinal Red,Hyacinthrot Perleffekt

Paint Type

Metallic Pearl

Base Color

Red

Brand

Mercedes

Models

AMG GT, C CLASS, CL CLASS, CLS, E CLASS, G CLASS, GL CLASS, GLA CLASS, GLC CLASS, GLE CLASS, GLK CLASS, GLS CLASS, M CLASS, SL CLASS, SLC, SLK

Years

2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020

Mercedes Hyacint Red (paint code 996) is an OEM factory metallic pearl paint color used on the AMG GT, C CLASS, CL CLASS, CLS, E CLASS, G CLASS, GL CLASS, GLA CLASS, GLC CLASS, GLE CLASS, GLK CLASS, GLS CLASS, M CLASS, SL CLASS, SLC, SLK. This color was available from the factory in: 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020. It is also known as Designo Cardinal Red,Hyacinthrot Perleffekt. The base color family is Red. Use this code when ordering touch-up paint, spray cans, or body shop refinishing products to ensure an exact OEM color match.

Mercedes Models

A CLASS AMG GT B CLASS C CLASS CL CLASS CLA CLC CLE CLK CLS E E CLASS EQA EQB EQC EQE EQS G G CLASS GL GL CLASS GLA CLASS GLB CLASS GLC GLC CLA GLC CLASS GLE CLASS GLK CLASS GLS GLS CLASS GT M CLASS MAYBACH R CLASS S S CLASS SL SL CLASS SLC SLK SLR SLS SPIDER SPRINTER V CLASS

Mercedes Hyacint Red (996)

FAQ (996 — Hyacint Red)