Exterior paint reference

Aqua Metallic

BMW paint code 451

Paint code: 451
Screen hex: #618081
Listed finish: Metallic (catalog name)
Catalog years: 1995–1997
Model groups: 2

About BMW Aqua Metallic

Code 451

Aqua Metallic is listed under BMW paint code 451. The current catalog contains 3 application records across 2 model groups, with entries for 1995–1997. The table below separates the years for each model.

The reference lists the finish as Metallic (catalog name). The screen swatch represents a digital color and lighting effect; it does not reproduce the physical paint's texture or pigment behavior.

The swatch uses #618081 as its screen reference. Check the car's identification label and supporting records before deciding whether this was its original color. A listed application is a reference match, not a vehicle build certificate.

BMW models and listed years

Model	Catalog years	Color
All Models	1995	Aqua Metallic
3 Series	1996–1997	Aqua Metallic

Browse model-year palettes

1996 BMW 3 Series 1997 BMW 3 Series

Other catalog entries using 451

These entries use the same code text under another name or make. This is a cross-reference for further checking, not confirmation that the paint formulas are interchangeable.

Make / model	Color reference	Listed years
Volvo C70	Yellow Gold Metallic	2002–2003
Volvo S60	Yellow Gold Metallic	2001–2002

Aqua Metallic paint questions

What color is BMW paint code 451?

451 is listed as Aqua Metallic in the BMW catalog. Match the complete code and vehicle application when checking a paint formula.

Which models are listed with Aqua Metallic?

The catalog lists 3 Series, All Models. Open a model-year palette below to compare its listed colors. A catalog match does not establish the factory color of an individual VIN.

Is the screen color an exact paint match?

#618081 is an approximate digital reference. Lighting, finish, ageing and refinishing affect the appearance of real paint. Confirm the code on the car and compare a supplier spray-out sample.