Finding your Volkswagen Beetle paint code

Common places to find your Volkswagen Beetle paint code include:

• LA7W – Reflex Silver
• LP5C – Denim Blue
• L041 – Black
• L90E – Pure White

Finding the paint code for your Volkswagen Beetle is a crucial step to ensure an exact color match for touch-ups or repainting. The paint code is typically located on a sticker in one of a few common areas: inside the trunk (under the carpet or near the spare tire well), on the driver’s side door jamb, or in the owner’s manual if the original documentation is intact.

Volkswagen Beetle car paint over the years

The Volkswagen Beetle, with its iconic design and enduring popularity, has seen a wide variety of paint colors throughout its long history. Early models, particularly the classic air-cooled Beetles from the 1950s to the 1970s, were offered in vibrant hues like Lotus White (L282), Bahama Blue (L519), and the classic Black (L041), reflecting the car’s playful, yet practical nature.