In This Article
BMW X5 in RAL 3002 Carmine Red
This BMW X5 was brought back to a factory-accurate finish in RAL 3002 Carmine Red — an OEMatch basecoat mixed to the exact factory color code so the panels read true from every angle. It runs as a straightforward 2-stage system: AP-7541g gray sealer as the ground coat, RAL 3002 Carmine Red basecoat for the color, and HS Glamour clearcoat for the gloss and protection.
Below is how the build came together — the prep, the products, and the steps you'd follow to match the same factory finish on your own BMW X5.
Free Download
Get the TSS Cheat Sheet — free.
Mix ratios, flash times, gun settings, and troubleshooting — one page, in your inbox in seconds.
Download the Free PDF →Meet the Builder: Carmine Red BMW X5 Build
This BMW X5 was sprayed with the same RAL 3002 Carmine Red vehicle paint kit we ship to every customer — no shop-only products and no shortcuts. The system is DTM primer-sealer, RAL 3002 Carmine Red basecoat, and HS Glamour clearcoat, plus Alpha urethane reducer, HS activator, and the TSS cheat sheet to keep every ratio straight. Because RAL 3002 Carmine Red is a 2-stage OEMatch color, it sprays beginner-friendly over the gray sealer and matches the factory code without a tri-stage learning curve. The kit you'd buy is the kit on this build.
The Color: Why RAL 3002 Carmine Red?
RAL 3002 Carmine Red is an OEMatch automotive basecoat matched precisely to the factory color code — a rich, saturated carmine red matched to the RAL 3002 standard. It's bound in Alpha's pigment-controlled binder for smooth, even coverage without striping or mottling, with strong UV resistance so the finish stays true in the sun.
RAL 3002 Carmine Red is designed to be sprayed over a gray ground coat of AP-7541g gray sealer — the ground coat the color was built for. Over the gray sealer, RAL 3002 Carmine Red basecoat delivers full coverage and the intended factory hue at its cleanest, most accurate tone.
Want to spray a RAL 3002 Carmine Red sample yourself?
This color doesn't have a pre-sprayed sample yet, but you can build your own DIY sample if you have spray equipment:
Every Way to Get RAL 3002 Carmine Red
Whether you're painting a full vehicle, a motorcycle, a guitar, or just touching up with a spray can — RAL 3002 Carmine Red is available for every project size. Each kit includes matched products sized for the job.
RAL KARMINROT 3002 | OEMatch Automotive Vehicle Paint Kit
$1,008.93 USD
Shop Now
RAL KARMINROT 3002 | OEMatch Automotive Basecoat
From$30.99 USD
Shop Now
RAL KARMINROT 3002 | OEMatch Automotive Spraycan
$59.99 USD
Shop Now💡 Pro Tip
RAL 3002 Carmine Red is an OEMatch factory match — keep your gray sealer uniform and your basecoat coats even so the color reads true across every panel.
What's Inside the Vehicle Paint Kit
These are all the products included in the RAL 3002 Carmine Red Full Vehicle Paint Kit. Every product is already matched and compatible — no hunting across brands, no guessing on ratios.
AP-7541g Gray Sealer (DTM Primer-Sealer) — The gray ground coat this OEMatch color is built on. AP-7541 DTM primer-sealer gives the color a uniform, factory-accurate foundation.
RAL 3002 Carmine Red Basecoat — A 2-stage OEMatch basecoat matched to the factory color code. RAL 3002 Carmine Red basecoat mixes 1:1 with reducer for smooth, even coverage.
HS Glamour Clear (AC-4521) — AC-4521 HS Glamour clearcoat lays the deep, glassy gloss over the color and locks in UV and chip protection.
Alpha Urethane Reducer (AR-3000 Series) — Alpha urethane reducer thins the basecoat to a 1:1 spray-ready ratio for even, controlled coats.
HS Activator (AH-7100 Series) — AH-7100 HS activator catalyzes the HS Glamour clear so it cures hard, clear, and durable.
TSS Cheat Sheet — The TSS cheat sheet keeps every mix ratio and flash window at your fingertips through the whole job.
Optional Add-Ons
The vehicle paint kit has everything you need to go from prepped surface to finished paint. But depending on where your project is starting, these add-on bundles can save time and money on the prep and masking side:
Bodywork Bundle
$175.00
Body filler, abrasives, and everything for panel repair. Ideal if your project needs dent or rust repair before paint.
Shop Now
Light Bodywork Bundle
From $92.99
Dolphin Glaze finishing putty and OptiGrit sanding abrasives. Perfect for filling pinholes, minor scratches, and light surface imperfections.
Shop Now
Mask & Mix Bundle
$75.00
Mixing cups, strainers, masking tape, and masking paper. Everything you need for clean, precise masking and easy paint mixing.
Shop Now
Linear Blocking Tools Starter Set
From $236.50
CNC-cut polycarbonate sanding blocks with lifetime warranty. Produces perfectly flat, straight panels for a professional finish.
Shop Now
OptiGrit PSA Sandpaper Bundle
$64.99
Complete PSA sandpaper set in 80, 180, 220, and 320 grit. The full grit progression for blocking and prep, sized for long boards.
Shop NowThe Complete DIY Process
Step 1: Prep & Bodywork
Every clean finish starts with the metal underneath. The panels were blocked straight and the old finish knocked down with OptiGrit abrasives before any color went on. Skip this and RAL 3002 Carmine Red basecoat will telegraph every flaw.
Step 2: AP-7541g Gray Sealer (Ground Coat)
A gray ground coat of AP-7541g gray sealer is the foundation this OEMatch color was built on — it's what lets RAL 3002 Carmine Red basecoat read full and factory-true. Lay it uniform and let it flash before basecoat.
Step 3: Basecoat
RAL 3002 Carmine Red basecoat mixes 1:1 with Alpha urethane reducer and builds in smooth, even coats until the factory color comes up evenly across every panel. Let each coat flash before the next.
Step 4: HS Glamour Clearcoat
HS Glamour clearcoat, catalyzed with HS activator, is where the depth comes alive — it buries the color in a wet, glassy gloss and gives you the factory-grade UV and chip protection.
Step 5: Cut & Buff
Once the HS Glamour clearcoat is fully cured, a light cut with fine OptiGrit and a buff brings the finish to a mirror. Reference the TSS cheat sheet for the ratios and flash windows so nothing gets rushed.
Ready to Paint Your Own Build?
Everything used on this build — AP-7541g gray sealer (your ground coat), OEMatch RAL 3002 Carmine Red basecoat, HS Glamour clearcoat, reducer, activator, and cheat sheet — in one kit.
Build Your RAL 3002 Carmine Red Kit — $1,008.93 USDLooking for a different color or kit size? Browse all car kits →
See It in Action
TSS painting tutorials and kit walkthroughs — the answers we get asked most.
Frequently Asked Questions
A gray sealer. RAL 3002 Carmine Red is a 2-stage OEMatch basecoat designed to be sprayed over AP-7541g gray sealer — the ground coat that delivers full coverage and the factory-accurate hue. The RAL 3002 Carmine Red vehicle paint kit ships with the sealer for exactly this.
Yes. As a 2-stage system, RAL 3002 Carmine Red doesn't need a specific tinted undercoat like a tri-stage color — it sprays over the gray sealer and matches the factory code, which makes it much easier to lay down and match. Keep your coats even and reference the TSS cheat sheet for ratios.
Yes — RAL 3002 Carmine Red is available in an aerosol spray can for touch-ups and small panels, matched to the same OEMatch basecoat used on the full build.
Every Product Used in This Build
RAL KARMINROT 3002 | OEMatch Automotive Vehicle Paint Kit
View →
RAL KARMINROT 3002 | OEMatch Automotive Basecoat
View →
DTM Primer-Sealer AP-7541 Kit | Alpha Automotive Paint
View →
HS Glamour Clearcoat AC-4521 Kit | Alpha Automotive Paint
View →
Urethane Reducer AR-3000 Series | Alpha Automotive Paint
View →
HS Activator AH-7100 | Alpha Automotive Paint
View →
Limited Time Deals
Clearance & Flash Sales
Discounted kits, closeout colors, and flash deals — check back often, these move fast.
Shop Current Sales →Big thanks to whoever ran this BMW X5 build in RAL 3002 Carmine Red the right way — factory-accurate prep, the full OEMatch system, and a clean HS Glamour clear to finish. This is exactly what these kits were built for.
Stay connected with the TSS paint community: follow tutorials and color reveals on YouTube, short-form builds on TikTok and Instagram, and join the Facebook community group.
Want to be featured? Tag @thespraysource or email sales@thespraysource.com.
