This color is compatible with the following Audis:

MODELS: All Models

YEARS: 1986, 1987

To determine if Calahari Beige Metallic is the correct color, check your vehicle's color code. It should match the paint color code, which is LA1Y/Y4.

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Once you've added custom color paint to your cart, you will need clearcoat and (depending on your damage) other non-paint products to complete your repair.

Your Paint Color Profile

LA1Y/Y4 - Calahari Beige Metallic

The Look

Peak mid-80s German luxury. It is champagne with a Teutonic accent. Across the Audi lineup in 1986 and 1987, this shade defined the executive class. It hides road dust and light grime better than almost any other color from the era. Understated. Sophisticated. Very Audi.

Technical Details

Before you spray or dab Audi Calahari Beige Metallic (check for code LA1Y/Y4), you need to shake it for 60 seconds. This finish relies on fine metallic flakes. Without a proper mix, the color looks flat or muddy. Heavy layers cause flakes to clump and create dark spots or "tiger stripes." Keep the container moving to maintain even flow. You must apply a clearcoat afterward to lock in the shimmer.

Best Practices

Find your paint code in the trunk. Look near the spare tire well or under the floor carpet for a white paper sticker. Test the color on the included card before touching the car. Work in the garage or a cool shade. Let the drying time work between layers. Three thin coats beat one thick coat every time. Steady hands win here.

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How to Find Your Audi's Color Code

Audi paint color codes are printed on a paper color id tag, often found around the spare tire area; some Audis also have a metal plate on the driver door jamb. The paper tag can fall off and disappear over time, leaving codes unavailable. Codes can include two parts, e.g., LY9H and P1; LY9H often corresponds to Polar White Clearcoat, and P1 can be used for the same white on some models. Older Audi models can be hard to identify by code; custom matching may be required.

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