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BMW leather color Tacor Red: Repairing color wear and refreshing leather

Tacor red is a striking red BMW interior color. With a matching leather dye, color wear and minor visual damage to suitable smooth leather or synthetic leather surfaces can be refreshed.

Does taco red suit my BMW?

BMW used the color name Tacorarot Depending on the model series, model year, and upholstery type, different trim levels are available, including Sensatec, Sensafin, and Vernasca leather, depending on the model series and year. Therefore, the name alone does not guarantee a perfect match: If possible, check the equipment code, vehicle data, or a concealed original area. If you are unsure, our color matching service can help before you order.

What quantity is appropriate?

• 30 ml: small abrasions and individual seat bolsters
• 50 ml: multiple local spots or a larger seat bolster
• 100 ml: one seat or several occupied areas
• 150 ml: larger contiguous areas

The actual coverage depends on the substrate, color change, absorbency, and number of thin coats. For cracks or depressions, you will need a suitable repair compound before painting.

How to properly refresh BMW leather in Tacor Red

1. Clean the surface thoroughly and allow it to dry completely.
2. Carefully remove grease, care product residues and silicones.
3. Smooth rough edges; repair cracks or depressions beforehand.
4. Check the color tone in an inconspicuous area.
5. Apply leather dye thinly and evenly in several coats.
6. Allow to dry thoroughly, then protect and care for it appropriately.

Suitable – and when not?

Suitable for surface-dyed smooth leather and, depending on the product, suitable synthetic leather surfaces on seats, seat bolsters, armrests, or door panels. Do not use without prior testing on open-pore aniline leather, suede, Alcantara, heavily oiled surfaces, or structurally cracked material. Deep tears, open seams, and larger holes require a customized repair method.

Special features of Tacorarot

With vibrant red, transitions and layer thickness are particularly noticeable. Several very thin coats usually produce a more even result than one opaque coat.

Not sure about the BMW paint color yet?

First, use the BMW paint color guide. You can find more color shades, repair kits and care products in the BMW leather color & Leather Repair Overview.