Carbon Black

Exterior Color (D): Carbonschwarz
Exterior Color (E): Carbon Black
Color Group: Black
Color Type: Metallic
Color Code: 416
BMW Part Number: 51 91 1 052 660
8er's Produced: 1
Commentary:

  • Color was used in the very last month of production for a Special Order M62 840CiA
  • This color is often confused with Dark Blue; although there is some blue in this color, it's primary color is black
  • This car was the next to last M62 840CiA LHD built, CC61719 (pictured), and is now apart of a special BMW collection


Color images were derived from multiple sources, including BMW AG, PPG/BASF automotive color charts, and owner vehicles. Republishing content is expressly prohibited.

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Upholstery Group: Leather
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Legacy Color Code: 0226
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Color Type: Metallic
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