You can get rid of scratches on your car quickly with a matching colored paint. To get the exact same color as the car paint, look for the color code listed on the vehicle identification sticker. Alternatively, you can look up the car paint color code through the Vehicle Information Number (VIN), which is the serial number that can be found in the vehicle ownership document. Give the car color code or VIN to the vehicle painting so that the color used matches the car paint color.
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Method 1 of 2: Finding the Color Code on the Car
Step 1. Look for the vehicle information sticker in the car
Since the 1980s, most four-wheeled vehicle manufacturers have used stickers that include car information. These stickers usually include a barcode and a list of car parts, date of manufacture and country of manufacture, and other relevant information. Read the car manual to find information on where to install the sticker or just look it up yourself at:
- The inside of the door frame.
- The inside of the car door.
- In the interior of the dashboard near the driver's seat.
- Under the hood of the front of the engine.
- In the curve of the rear wheel, just above the tire.
Step 2. Look for the exterior color code on the information sticker
On some vehicles, the car paint code will be clearly labeled as “VIN”. Read the information on the sticker to find a code that is specifically listed as a color code or paint code. The code may be divided into a body color code and a vehicle accent color code which is sometimes different.
The number of letters or numbers in a specific color code of course varies from one manufacturer to another
Step 3. Look for the code “C” if you don't see the words “paint” or “color”
In some vehicles, the vehicle color code can be recognized by an acronym or abbreviation. Look for the letter "C" which usually indicates the color code (color). You may also come across the abbreviation “Tr” which denotes the car's accent color code.
Method 2 of 2: Finding the Vehicle Identification Number
Step 1. Look for the VIN consisting of 17 characters on the vehicle ownership certificate
Proof of vehicle ownership (or BPKB) is a document obtained when you buy a vehicle so that you are considered the legal owner. This document includes important information about your car, such as the manufacturer, year of manufacture, and current license plate number. Look for your vehicle ownership document and find a 17-character code consisting of a combination of numbers and letters.
Your car's VIN may be shorter if the vehicle was manufactured before 1981
Step 2. Get the VIN from the Vehicle Registration Certificate (STNK)
STNK is proof that the vehicle belongs to you and is registered in your name. This document lists the car owner's information, including the type, model, and year of manufacture of the vehicle. Look for the VIN through this document.
A car must have a STNK before it can be driven on the highway
Step 3. Check the insurance documents for the car VIN
When you insure your car, you must provide this information to the insurance company. Therefore, your car VIN must be registered in the insurance agreement and in the document submitted by letter. Check the auto insurance document for a VIN of 17 characters.
Contact the insurance company you use if you can't find the document
Step 4. Look for the vehicle service book if the car has been repaired before
By knowing the VIN of the car, the mechanic can find out the details of the manufacture and the spare parts used. Check your vehicle repair receipt and service book for a VIN. The number may be written there as a reference.
You should keep a copy of your vehicle's repair records to prove that you've tried to keep the vehicle in tip-top condition when selling it
Step 5. Contact your car dealer or car manufacturer to read the VIN
The VIN on the car contains sufficient vehicle information to determine the color code of the paint used. Contact the dealer or car manufacturer by phone or email and ask if they are willing to provide information on your car's paint color code. Please state your full VIN number along with other requested details, such as your full name and contact information.
Tips
- Consider storing the VIN outside the vehicle for easy access in an emergency.
- For best results, wash your car before painting it.
- Search online databases of car paint codes to find a color code that matches your vehicle.
