Volkswagen car paint 

Bodywork paint should always be ordered in professional quality. The cost of such paint is certainly double that of a paint intended for the general public, even if it is formulated according to the colour codes of German cars and, among them, the colour codes of Volkswagen vehicles. However, the quality will be far superior, as will the durability. And most importantly, there will be no problems during application.

Ordering professional quality Volkswagen colour code paint actually saves you considerable time and avoids unnecessary complications.

Painting a Volkswagen vehicle can be carried out by a professional bodyshop painter (ask them for a quote — although this painter may propose to supply the paint themselves, be aware that it will be sold at a higher price than on our website and, above all, it will most likely be a water-based paint, which is much less durable than the solvent-based paints that we offer).

It is also possible to carry out the paintwork yourself, especially when you only need to repaint a small area of the bodywork. This could range from a wing mirror to parts as large as a bumper or a door.
For users with a spray gun, we supply cans of paint; we also fill aerosols for those who do not have a spray gun.

Important: modern automotive paints are supplied in two forms:
• 2K paints, supplied as a complete kit with hardener, paint, and thinner (this applies only to older colours and, in general, to colours that do not contain pearlescent or metallic pigments)
• 1K basecoat paints, which are single-component paints, easy to apply, and which represent the majority of automotive colours over the past twenty years.

Volkswagen car colour codes

Here is a quick summary of the various steps required to touch up the paintwork on your Volkswagen car. Of course, we strongly recommend that you do not rely solely on this brief overview or on the label attached to the product, but that you carefully read all the instructions, advice and guidelines provided on the product page.

Preparation of the surface before painting accounts for 80% of the success of the job. The remaining 20% simply comes down to correct technique. The first step is therefore surface preparation:
We are not referring here to bodywork repairs requiring panel straightening or the application of filler and primer.
In the case of large and deep scratches, it is necessary to apply filler to fill the scratches — applying a primer alone is not sufficient. This product, also known as primer surfacer, must be applied over sanded filler or fine scratches before painting.
Please note that depending on the Volkswagen colour code you order, it may be necessary to use a primer of a specific shade (white, black or sometimes various shades of grey). However, in most cases, a grey primer is perfectly suitable.
If your Volkswagen simply has fine scratches or faded colour due to sunlight, preparation will involve only light sanding of the old Topcoat (clearcoat) to enable good adhesion of the new paint. Sanding can be done with 500 grit abrasive.

The application of Volkswagen paint, formulated precisely according to the colour code you supply when ordering, is carried out with a spray gun after dilution, unless you purchase a smaller format which is already pre-diluted. Apply the paint in several very thin coats and proceed to varnishing within no more than 30 minutes, to ensure proper wet-on-wet adhesion.

Clearcoating is mandatory when using 1K basecoat paints. Today, almost all metallic and pearlescent paints are two-coat systems (basecoat + Topcoat). Varnishing is a delicate final step that will enhance the quality of your work.
The secret to successful clearcoating is applying the correct amount of Topcoat, in two glossy coats, with a 2-minute flash-off time between coats. If the layer is too thick and the temperature is low, the paint may run. If the layer is too thin and the temperature is high, the Topcoat may develop an "orange peel" texture.

The history of the Volkswagen manufacturer

The history of the Volkswagen brand may surprise you. This German manufacturer appeared nearly forty years after the first car brands were established in Europe and the USA. It was during the Nazi regime (1937) that the initiative to create this car manufacturer emerged.
In German, Volkswagen means "people’s car", which clearly reflects the project’s aim from the outset: to provide affordable cars for the general public, rather than for a privileged or elite clientele.

Volkswagen was not involved in motor racing as most of the great car brands of the 20th century were (Mercedes, Ferrari, Renault, Jaguar, Bugatti).
The first Volkswagen bore a strong resemblance to the Citroën 2CV. The models were designed by a team of engineers whose primary ambition was to create smaller and ever more affordable cars. This ambition was also strongly supported by Adolf Hitler, who personally influenced the company's direction: he wanted every German family to own a car capable of reaching speeds of up to 100 km/h.

During the difficult years of World War II, Volkswagen factories were entirely devoted to the German war effort. Many prisoners from the concentration camps were forced to work in the car factories — it is estimated that around 15,000 forced labourers were used. Following legal proceedings, the German company established a compensation fund for the victims of this forced labour in 1988.

After the war, the Volkswagen brand was already globally recognised and firmly established. It quickly gained ground in the American market, where it enjoyed great success. It subsequently expanded into Canada, where it built large factories.
In 1960, Volkswagen established a strong presence in Brazil with the creation of a production plant. However, the brand’s wartime associations continued to follow it, with accusations of collaboration with the Brazilian dictatorship during the 1970s. It was during this period that the first Golf was launched — a global success.

The brand’s most iconic model remains the Beetle, across all versions and years.
In 2010, the German manufacturer set a new record for annual vehicle sales: nearly 6.3 million vehicles sold.
Today, Volkswagen has become the world’s largest car manufacturer, and a large proportion of its sales (around 40%) are now made in Asia, particularly in China.

Where to find the colour code of your Volkswagen car ?

How can you find your Volkswagen paint colour code?
A colour code is a sequence of letters and numbers. As with all brands, it is never indicated on the vehicle’s registration certificate, but rather in specific locations on the exterior or interior of the bodywork.
For Volkswagen vehicles, the plate showing the colour code (VIN plate) can be located in two places:

– In the spare wheel well or in the boot
– Printed in the vehicle’s service book

You can refer to the images provided below to see the exact location.
The colour code is composed of letters or numbers, and the number of characters may vary — the code can include up to 4 or 5 characters.

2B2B AVOCADOGRUEN VOLKSWAGEN/AUDI 2005 - 2008
2C BLUE SILVER VOLKSWAGEN/AUDI

The iconic colours of Volkswagen cars

The Volkswagen colour database is probably the largest in the world, even larger than those of Ford or Renault. Furthermore, the Volkswagen database is linked to that of Audi.

Here are some examples of Volkswagen colour codes :

2B2B  BLUE SILKVOLKSWAGEN/AUDI 2012 -
3594   AZUL NAUTICO VOLKSWAGEN/AUDI 1995 -
3700   MERCURY SILVER VOLKSWAGEN/AUDI 2011 -

The first column shows the colour code, which can vary greatly.
Next, you will see the colour name — an essential piece of information, which never appears on the vehicle bodywork but is known to paint professionals and dealers.
Finally, the brand and the year of the colour’s introduction and usage are indicated.

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