Check the owner’s manual
Look for the paint code sticker or plate on the car
Common locations for the paint code include the driver’s door jamb, under the hood, inside the glove box, trunk lid, or spare tire area
Use the VIN to ask the dealership for the paint code
Contact the manufacturer’s customer service with the VIN
Use an online VIN decoder or paint code lookup tool
Compare the code with the manufacturer’s paint color chart
Take the car to an auto paint store or body shop for color matching
Use a paint color app or camera-based color matcher
Check service records or original sales paperwork for the paint code
