Perfect Match Paint Codes for Your Ford Tempo
Achieving a perfect match for your Ford Tempo's paint starts with identifying the correct factory paint code. Each Tempo color—such as Oxford White (YZ), Twilight Blue Metallic (DD), or Deep Emerald Green (LA)—was formulated specifically for its model year and trim. These paint codes are found on the Vehicle Certification Label, typically located on the driver’s side door jamb.
This guarantees your Ford Tempo retains its original appearance and value, whether you're restoring a vintage model or simply covering up minor blemishes. A precise color match keeps your Tempo looking sharp, clean, and authentic.
Black
1724/M1724A/R4/Y4/YC
Vermilion/Vermillion
21/6346/EGRAXXA/EP/M6346A
Vermilion
21/EP/M6346A
Silver Metallic
21H/6349/6505/6895/9Z/M6505A/YN/Z3/ZJMC/ZJMCWHA
Medium Red
27/EM/M6153A
Ebony/Ebony 147925
4/12/207/6373/A2X/J2/M6373/M6373A/R1/UA/UAWAWHA/UB/Z
Wild Strawberry Metallic
4N/E2/EL/M6342A
Oxford White
5920/33631/9L/M5920A/Y0/YO
Titanium Frost Metallic
6401/M6401A/YX/YZ
Atlantic Blue
6441/K2/M6441A
Medium Seafoam Metallic
6478/M6478A/NC
Bimini Blue Metallic
6485/K3/KL/M6485A
Medium Opal Metallic
6501/M6501A/WC
Chesapeake Blue Metallic
6584/KWYCXXA/M6584A/PK
Reef Blue Metallic
6585/M6585A/PC
Light Crystal Blue Metallic
7E/M6328A/MA
Twilight Blue Metallic
7F/8B9EWHA/BK2/M2/M6290A/MK
Electric Current Red Metallic
8B/EG/M6425A
Sandalwood Spice Metallic
AB/M6448A
Pastel Alabaster
AH/M6392A
Sandalwood Frost Metallic
AP/M6395A
Mocha Frost Metallic
CK3/DD/M6465A
Cayman Metallic
DA/M6487A
Light Mocha
DB/M6453A
Titanium
M6328A/M6329A/YD
Cayman Green Metallic
SB
Medium Titanium Metallic
M6442A/YG
Finding your Ford Tempo paint code
Common places to find your Ford Tempo paint code include:
- UA – Black
- YL – Silver Metallic
- 9L – Oxford Gray
- DD – Twilight Blue Metallic
If the label is damaged or missing, your vehicle’s VIN can be used by a Ford dealership to retrieve the original paint information. Always confirm the code before ordering any paint, as even similar-looking shades may differ slightly in tone or finish. Using the correct code helps maintain your Ford Tempo’s clean, consistent appearance and ensures any repair work blends seamlessly with the factory finish.
Ford Tempo car paint over the years
The Ford Tempo, produced from 1984 to 1994, featured a variety of car paint colors that evolved with the changing styles of each decade. Early models in the mid-1980s were often finished in practical, understated shades like Oxford White, Medium Charcoal Metallic, and Light Regatta Blue. As the Tempo moved into the late '80s and early '90s, Ford expanded the palette to include more vibrant and refined colors such as Cabernet Red, Twilight Blue, and Deep Emerald Green.
Touchup Paint Colour Matched Touch Up Bottle
High-Quality Touch-Up – My Paint Looks Factory Fresh
