Ford Transit Paint Info
The Color Breakdown
Ford didn't just build a van; they built a rolling canvas. With a staggering 89 colors recorded, they really went for it-covering everything from the strictly professional Amazon Prime Gray Squid Ink to the unexpectedly flashy Pink Coral Pearl Metallic. Whether you're driving a School Bus Yellow short-bus or a sleek Magnetic Metallic camper, your Transit has more personality in its paint code than most sports cars.
What to Watch For
To find your specific shade, swing open the driver's door and look at the jamb (the B-pillar). You're looking for a sticker with "EXT PNT" followed by two characters. Now, because the Transit has the aerodynamics of a high-speed brick, that flat front end is a magnet for road debris. Keep a close eye on the leading edge of the hood and the areas around the door handles, as these high-traffic spots are where the paint tends to get tired or chipped first.
Driveway Repair Tip
Since most of the Transit's body consists of giant vertical walls, gravity is your biggest challenge when using a touch-up brush. If you try to fill a chip with one big glob, it's going to go for a run down the side of your van. Instead, apply two or three "whisper-thin" layers, letting them dry in between. Also, if you're working with one of those fancy metallics like Blue Jeans Metallic, shake that bottle for a full 60 seconds-you need to wake up those tiny metallic flakes so they sit evenly and match the rest of your van.