Volvo DL Touch Up Paint (36 OEM Colors)

The Color Breakdown

Volvo didn't just build tanks; they built colorful tanks. With 36 recorded colors for the DL, they really leaned into the aesthetic of the era. Whether your "brick" is sporting the earthy Artesia Beige, the surprisingly flashy Cornado Gold Metallic, or the iconic Carlsbad Yellow, your car was part of a palette that prioritized personality alongside safety.

What to Watch For

While a Volvo DL is tough enough to survive a Swedish winter, its paint eventually develops a bit of a "sunburn." On metallic models like Mystic Silver, you'll often see the clear coat start to get crispy or flaky on the flat surfaces like the hood and roof. If you're looking for your color code to start the fix, don't check the door jamb first-pop the hood. Look for a metal plate stamped with a three-digit number, usually bolted right onto the passenger-side or driver-side inner fender (near the strut tower). That number is the secret handshake you need to get the right bottle of paint.

Driveway Repair Tip

When you're standing there with your touch-up brush, remember: your Volvo is a "brick," but you shouldn't paint it like one. If you're working with one of the metallic shades like Nougat Brown Metallic, those tiny sparkles like to settle at the bottom of the bottle. Shake that paint for a full two minutes-even if your arm gets tired-to ensure the flakes are swimming around evenly. Instead of trying to fill a chip with one big glob, apply the paint in thin, dainty layers. It requires patience, but building it up slowly ensures the repair stays level with the rest of the panel and doesn't look like a stray drop of jam.