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Car Paint Code Lookup
Find your car's factory paint code by make, model, and year. Search 36 brands, 200+ models, and 9,800+ OEM color codes with hex values and finish types.
Need touch-up paint or a color-matched respray? Look up the exact code from your door jamb sticker, then preview any color on your actual car with Car Editor.
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Paint Code Lookup
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How to Find Your Car's Paint Code
Open your driver-side door and look at the door jamb area. There's a sticker with your vehicle info, including a line labeled "EXT", "Ext Color", or "Paint" followed by a short alphanumeric code (usually 2-4 characters). That's your paint code. On some cars it's in the glove box, under the hood, or in the trunk. If you still have your original window sticker, the code is on there too.
What Do Paint Codes Actually Mean?
Every manufacturer gives each color a unique code tied to a specific paint formula. When you order touch-up paint or get a respray, that code tells the paint shop exactly what to mix. Two colors called "Red" from different brands (or even different years of the same brand) can be completely different formulas, so always go by the code, not the name.
Gloss vs. Metallic vs. Pearl: What's the Difference?
Gloss is a solid, flat color with no flake or shimmer. Metallic paints have tiny aluminum particles mixed in that catch light and give the paint depth. Pearl finishes use mica flakes that shift color depending on the angle you're looking at. Matte and satin finishes skip the glossy clear coat for a flat, non-reflective look.
Can I Change My Car's Color?
Yes, either with a full respray or a vinyl wrap. Both completely change how your car looks. If you want to see how a specific color would look on your car before spending money, you can upload a photo and preview it with Car Editor. Try the AI Color Preview
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a car paint code?
A paint code is a short alphanumeric code that identifies the exact color formula your car was painted with at the factory. You need it when ordering touch-up paint or getting a color-matched respray.
Where is my car's paint code located?
Most paint codes are on a sticker inside the driver-side door jamb. Some manufacturers put them under the hood, in the glove box, or near the spare tire in the trunk.
Can I find my paint code using my VIN?
The VIN doesn't contain the paint code directly, but a dealer can use your VIN to look up your factory color. Our free VIN decoder can help confirm your vehicle details.
Are paint codes the same across all years?
No. Manufacturers add new colors and drop old ones each year. Even when a color name stays the same, the code or formula can change between model years.
Can I preview a color on my car before painting it?
Yes. Upload a photo of your car to Car Editor and the AI will show you any color on your actual vehicle in seconds. Free to try.