Paint Code? Where is it
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Paint Code? Where is it
I was told the paint code is in the glove box for my 87 with all the repo codes but they are all 3 digits while I was under the understanding that the paint code is only 2 digits. Didnt see it on the door jam either so what do I not know or what am I missing guys, thanks a bunch for your help.
My car is the darkish sliver with that light tint of bronze and just am not sure what the true color is called. THANKS IN ADVANCE FOR EVERYONES HELP
My car is the darkish sliver with that light tint of bronze and just am not sure what the true color is called. THANKS IN ADVANCE FOR EVERYONES HELP
Melting Slicks
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RPO codes and paint sticker should be in the storage compartment behind the drivers seat.
To confirm you have the correct paint code once you find it check on this site:
http://www.corvettepaintcodes.com/
Sounds like Silver Beige Metallic code #59
Also note when you find the RPO sticker the paint code will probably be near the bottom.
Also I've found that sometimes when I call in a GM paint code the paint store will have several (sometimes many) listings for the same number. Once you have your paint code go to the website above and scan over to the far right column under "WA Code" and jot that down too. Keep it handy when you order paint. Many times it's easier to get the right paint from the WA number than from the actual code.
To confirm you have the correct paint code once you find it check on this site:
http://www.corvettepaintcodes.com/
Sounds like Silver Beige Metallic code #59
Also note when you find the RPO sticker the paint code will probably be near the bottom.
Also I've found that sometimes when I call in a GM paint code the paint store will have several (sometimes many) listings for the same number. Once you have your paint code go to the website above and scan over to the far right column under "WA Code" and jot that down too. Keep it handy when you order paint. Many times it's easier to get the right paint from the WA number than from the actual code.
Last edited by VtVette; Mar 27, 2007 at 09:06 PM.
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Only the later ones had them in storage compartment.
Some years, they are under the center console lid.
but that paintcodes site should give all the info needed
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I was told the paint code is in the glove box for my 87 with all the repo codes but they are all 3 digits while I was under the understanding that the paint code is only 2 digits. Didnt see it on the door jam either so what do I not know or what am I missing guys, thanks a bunch for your help.
My car is the darkish sliver with that light tint of bronze and just am not sure what the true color is called. THANKS IN ADVANCE FOR EVERYONES HELP
My car is the darkish sliver with that light tint of bronze and just am not sure what the true color is called. THANKS IN ADVANCE FOR EVERYONES HELP
BSE/CLR Coat WA L7719 U7719 152 but these dont match what I have for numbers
Under service Parts the only code that even comes close to any of the Paint Codes is
18U
Is the 18U my code for medium metallic Sliver
AGAIN THANKS FOR EVERYONES HELP
Melting Slicks
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From: Rolla Missouri
2021 C4 of the Year - Unmodified Finalist
St. Jude Donor '10 thru '25
So, your number is listed
OEM code: 18
WA Code: L7719
Color: Medium Gray Metallic
Forgot to mention: The L is for Lower, U is for Upper. Your two numbers are the same "7719", but some cars are two tone, and this is how they list both colors out.
Last edited by RollaMo-LT4; Mar 27, 2007 at 09:52 PM. Reason: added info
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