Original Factory Colors
Classic Car Paint Colors & Factory Codes
Browse original factory paint colors and manufacturer paint codes for classic American cars. Every color is documented with its official paint code, approximate hex value, and notes on rarity — an essential reference for restoration projects, show judging, and concours-level accuracy.
Color swatches shown here are approximate digital representations of factory paint. Actual shades varied by production batch, supplier, and model year. Always cross-reference with an original trim tag or paint chip before ordering paint for a restoration.
All Makes
AMC
Chevrolet
Dodge
Ford
GMC
Lincoln
Mercedes-Benz
Oldsmobile
Plymouth
Pontiac
Toyota
Volkswagen
Chevrolet
210
38 colors
1955–1957
Chevrolet
3100
24 colors
1947–1959
Mercedes-Benz
450 SL
24 colors
1973–1980
Plymouth
Barracuda
63 colors
1970–1974
Volkswagen
Beetle
36 colors
1949–1979
Chevrolet
Bel Air
78 colors
1955–1972
Ford
Bronco
35 colors
1966–1977
Chevrolet
C10
37 colors
1960–1972
Chevrolet
Camaro
105 colors
1967–1973
Dodge
Challenger
57 colors
1970–1974
Dodge
Charger
95 colors
1966–1974
Chevrolet
Chevelle
138 colors
1964–1972
Lincoln
Continental
35 colors
1961–1969
Chevrolet
Corvette
72 colors
1963–1972
Oldsmobile
Cutlass
42 colors
1964–1972
Ford
Deluxe
21 colors
1937–1948
Chevrolet
El Camino
159 colors
1959–1972
Ford
F-100
111 colors
1953–1972
Ford
F-150
52 colors
1975–1979
Ford
F-250
19 colors
1953–1972
Pontiac
Firebird
235 colors
1967–1981
Pontiac
GTO
77 colors
1964–1972
Chevrolet
Impala
141 colors
1958–1975
AMC
Javelin
30 colors
1968–1972
Toyota
Land Cruiser
23 colors
1968–1983
Ford
Model A
28 colors
1928–1931
Ford
Model T
15 colors
1908–1927
Ford
Mustang
108 colors
1964–1973
Chevrolet
Nova
97 colors
1968–1974
GMC
Sierra
45 colors
1977–1987
Chevrolet
Silverado
52 colors
1973–1987
Ford
Thunderbird
22 colors
1955–1957
About factory paint codes:
Manufacturer paint codes are the official identifiers used by automakers to specify exact paint
formulations at the factory. For classic cars built before computerized mixing, these codes were
stamped on the firewall, door jamb, or trim tag. Hex swatches shown here are approximate digital
representations — actual paint colors vary by age, sun exposure, and production batch.
Always cross-reference with an original trim tag or paint chip before ordering paint for a restoration.
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