Volkswagen Paint Codes
The paint codes for your Volkswagen can be found on the manufacturer’s information sticker or by searching your VIN. Here’s what you need to know.
Written by Rachel Rigolino
Reviewed by Melanie Reiff
Your Volkswagen’s paint codes are on the manufacturer’s sticker, which you’ll likely find in the trunk area of your car or SUV. If you can’t locate the sticker, you can use your vehicle identification number (VIN) to track down the paint codes.
Of course. You knew it could happen. But when you walked out to your new Volkswagen after a nice dinner out, there it was: a scratch running along the driver’s side door. Your partner says, “It’s not that bad.” And it’s not terribly long or wide, but you know you can’t live with it. What do you do now?
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Where can I find my Volkswagen paint code?
One way to identify your vehicle’s paint code is to find it on the Volkswagen information sticker, which is most likely located in the trunk of your car.
Carefully inspect the trunk, including the trunk lid. The paint code will follow the word PAINT or PAINT NO. and is either four letters or digits long (sometimes only two).
Here are some examples of Volkswagen paint codes:
Year and Model | Color | Paint Code |
|---|---|---|
2021 Volkswagen Passat | Pure White | 0Q, 0Q0Q, C9A, LC9A |
2020 Volkswagen Gti | Tornado Red | 9301, 9310, G2, G2G2, LY3D, Y3D |
2019 Volkswagen Atlas | Hunting Brown Metallic | A8U, J1, J1J1, LA8U |
2018 Volkswagen Beetle | Bottle Green Metallic | 8V, 8V8V, A6J, LA6J |
What if there’s no paint code on the car’s label or the label’s not there?
If your Volkswagen information sticker has accidentally fallen off or if you cannot make out the paint code on the sticker, don’t worry. You can look up your Volkswagen’s paint code if you know your Vehicle Identification Number or VIN.
A VIN consists of a string of 17 letters and numbers, and there are several places on your Volkswagen where your VIN may be located, including:
Possible location of VIN |
|---|
Driver’s door frame |
On the bottom of the windshield: left corner |
Passenger’s side of engine bay frame |
Trunk floor |
Can’t locate your VIN? Again, this isn’t really a problem. Your VIN is also recorded on your Volkswagen’s registration, insurance documents, and title.
Now, keep in mind that you can’t just go to an online database and punch in your VIN and retrieve a paint code. However, you can call or email a Volkswagen dealer and ask them to look up your paint code, or try reaching out to
Volkswagen Customer CARE
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Where can I get paint for my Volkswagen?
You can purchase touch-up paint and other supplies to remove scratches from your car paint by visiting your local Volkswagen dealer. Locate your closest dealer on the
find a Volkswagen dealer near you
page. In addition, you can buy touch-up paint from various paint retailers online or at a brick-and-mortar auto supply store.
Before ordering, determine whether you need a primer, applicators, and other materials to successfully complete the job. Many people decide to buy a paint kit that contains everything they need.
Paint touch-up tips
When your Volkswagen has a scratch that’s staring you in the face, it may be tempting to run out, pick up some touch-up paint, and quickly paint over the scratch or ding. However, experts recommend that you spend time practicing and prepping before beginning the job.
- Choose the right location. Make sure the area is well ventilated and that the weather is not too humid or not too cold. Check the directions on your paint for optimal weather conditions.
- Practice with the pen, paint brush, spray can, or another applicator. Most of us don’t regularly paint, so it makes sense to practice applying the paint on a sheet of paper or—better yet—a clean piece of metal.
- Clean the area you’re going to paint. Put a small amount of wax and grease remover on a clean rag or cloth and rub it over the area.
- Use a primer before applying a basecoat if you can see exposed metal or plastic.
- Apply several light coats instead of one heavy coat of the base coat. Be sure to allow enough drying time between layers. Some experts recommend that you apply enough base coat so that the new paint is a bit above the rest of the car’s surface.
- Finally, apply a clear coat.
- Allow the paint to cure for 36-48 hours before polishing the area with a rubbing compound.
With the right preparation—and a bit of patience—many car owners find they can do a satisfactory job of touching up small scratches and dings on their own.
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