Buick All Models Touch Up Paint (433 OEM Colors)

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Find Your Buick All Models Paint Code

Buick used many different locations over the years, so the paint color plate can be hard to find. GM did not standardize the location. Commonly cited spots are the glove box or the spare tire well; otherwise it may be anywhere. The code format typically looks like 51/WA316N, usually preceded by BC/CC (BC/CC 51 or BC/CC 316N), and two-tone entries may show U or L (BC/CC U316N or BC/CC L316N).

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Buick All Models Paint Info

The Color Breakdown

Buick has been at the paint game for a long time, and they've recorded a staggering 438 colors over the years. They really went for it, moving from mid-century classics like Butternut Yellow and Dover White to the high-glam era of Firemist Metallics (shoutout to Blue Firemist) and the bold Signal Red PPG 2076. Whether your car is "Sable Black" or "Champagne Poly," Buick has always preferred a palette that suggests you have a country club membership-or at least a very nice driveway.

What to Watch For

Before you start, you need to find your "Service Parts Identification" sticker. It's like a treasure hunt: check the trunk lid, the spare tire cover, or the glovebox first. Look for a code starting with "WA" or "U." While Buick paint is generally classy, some eras were a bit temperamental. You might notice "delamination" (where the paint decides it's done with the car and peels off in chunks) or clear coat fading on the hood and roof. If you see smooth gray primer peeking through, don't panic-that's just the car's way of asking for a little attention.

Driveway Repair Tip

Because Buick loves those complex "Firemist" and metallic finishes, your touch-up bottle is basically a snow globe of tiny sparkles. Shake that bottle for a full 60 seconds-and I mean a real minute, not a "microwave minute." If you don't wake up those metallic flakes, your repair will look flat while the rest of the car is shimmering. When you apply it, think "less is more." Use the tip of the brush to dab thin layers into the chip. It's much easier to add a second light layer than it is to deal with a big, gloopy tear-drop of paint running down your fender. Patience is your best tool here!

Buick All Models Colors by Year

Let us know the year your All Models was manufactured. We'll eliminate colors that won't match your vehicle.

1979 (23 colors)
1978 (22 colors)
1977 (21 colors)
1976 (15 colors)
1972 (25 colors)
1971 (25 colors)
1970 (23 colors)
1969 (21 colors)
1968 (21 colors)
1967 (22 colors)
1966 (21 colors)
1965 (15 colors)
1964 (16 colors)
1963 (15 colors)
1962 (16 colors)
1961 (15 colors)
1960 (15 colors)
1959 (11 colors)
1958 (18 colors)
1957 (20 colors)
1956 (17 colors)
1955 (20 colors)
1954 (16 colors)

Before you order Buick All Models paint

How do I confirm the right color for my Buick All Models?

Use the paint code from the Buick All Models label and match it to the color page before ordering. The model page narrows the list, but the paint code decides the match.

Where do I find the paint code for Buick All Models?

For the Buick All Models, start with the make-specific code guidance: Buick used many different locations over the years, so the paint color plate can be hard to find. GM did not standardize the location. Commonly cited spots are the glove box or the spare tire well; otherwise it may be anywhere. The code format typically looks like 51/WA316N, usually preceded by BC/CC (BC/CC 51 or BC/CC 316N), and two-tone entries may show U or L (BC/CC U316N or BC/CC L316N). If the label is missing, ask a dealer parts department for a VIN lookup before ordering paint.

Why should I use the paint code instead of the color name?

The paint code is safer than the color name. Similar names can appear on different years, models, or makes.

What if the code is missing?

Use the paint code guide, check other label locations, or ask a dealer to look up the code by VIN before ordering.

Can trim, bumper, or finish differences affect Buick All Models touch up paint?

Yes. Body paint, trim paint, wheel paint, textured parts, and special finishes can use different materials or codes for Buick All Models. Match the exterior paint code for body-color repairs, and verify a separate finish before ordering paint for trim, wheels, or unpainted parts.

What product should I choose for Buick All Models repair?

For Buick All Models repair, use a pen for tiny chips, a bottle for small chips or short scratches, a spray can for larger areas that can be masked, and PRO sizes for panel or spray-gun work. Choose a kit when the repair also needs primer, clearcoat, sanding, or polishing supplies.