SUBARU car paint 

To carry out the repair of your car's paintwork at home, you will need a few accessories such as a tack cloth, some 500 grit abrasives, and a paint gun. However, it is entirely possible to paint using the colour codes of Asian cars, and in particular the Subaru colour codes, in aerosol format.

We offer professional-grade Subaru bodywork paint, mixed the same day according to the Subaru colour code formula you provide. The paint is mixed on the same day if your order is placed before 3 p.m., allowing you to benefit from next-day delivery.
The colour code can be sent to us by email after placing the order, or simply entered in the box provided at the basket page on our website.

Without the Subaru colour code, it is not possible to search our database using only the model or year, as there are hundreds of colours. You must therefore ensure that you have your paint reference before placing an order. This reference exists in the form of a code and also as a colour name and can be found by checking specific locations on the vehicle bodywork. We explain this to you in the following paragraphs.

The Subaru colour code is supplied in aerosol or can format, in a solvent-based version, specifically as a 1K basecoat to be varnished. While most professional bodyshops use new-generation water-based paints, private individuals are permitted to use solvent-based paints. These offer undeniable advantages compared to water-based paints, notably greater durability and much easier application.

Subaru car colour codes

Here is a summary of how to prepare the surface, mix the paint, and apply it to your Subaru vehicle.
Painting in your garage or even in your garden is perfectly possible, provided you stick to small-scale touch-ups or painting one or two panels at most: this could be a door, a boot lid, a bumper... It becomes difficult, if not impossible, to paint more than that without a proper paint booth.
A useful trick to reduce airborne dust is to wet the surrounding area – the floor and walls – just before applying the Topcoat (bodywork clearcoat). The Subaru basecoat itself is not particularly sensitive to dust, as it is a very thin layer that can be easily sanded just before clearcoating. It is really at the varnishing stage that the risk of dust, particles, or even insects becomes critical.
Fortunately, minor defects in the Topcoat can be easily corrected with a quick polish.

Preparing the surface to apply a paint made according to the Subaru colour code involves sanding with a 500 grit abrasive. You can sand with 320, 400, or 500 grit, but no finer than that, as anything finer reduces adhesion and compromises long-term durability. If you have deep scratches or a dent filled with putty, then you will need to apply a primer. A primer is also recommended to provide a uniform, bright surface. For example, if you want to apply a light colour, such as red or yellow, over a black substrate, the background may affect the final shade and increase the amount of paint required to achieve coverage.

When applying a paint mixed to the Subaru colour code, the paint must be stirred thoroughly before use, as metallic or pearlescent particles often settle at the bottom. Depending on the packaging, we offer ready-to-use (pre-thinned) paint or undiluted paint requiring thinning. Thinning is simple: just add approximately 50–70% thinner. To apply Subaru paint properly, you must proceed with very light coats, repeating them until full coverage is achieved. You do not need to be a professional painter to do this, as 1K basecoat paints are very easy to apply and are unlikely to run.

Varnishing is the most delicate final step. The Topcoat must be applied immediately after the basecoat for optimal adhesion. The Topcoat (bodywork clearcoat) is applied in two coats – never more.
Each coat must be very glossy, and you should allow 7 to 10 minutes of drying time between the two. Applying too much Topcoat risks altering the colour, while applying too little results in orange peel or a lack of gloss.

The history of the manufacturer Subaru

Subaru is a Japanese car manufacturer that is part of a broader industrial group of the same name, involved in various sectors including aviation. Subaru is one of the 20 largest car manufacturers in the world in terms of production and sales volume.
Subarus are unique in that they feature a "Boxer" type engine, always with displacements above 1.5 litres. Subaru enjoys a loyal customer base of brand enthusiasts.
Did you know that the Subaru logo refers to the Pleiades – the constellation whose name in Japanese is "Subaru"? The first Subaru vehicles were manufactured in the mid-20th century.
Subaru was partially acquired by Nissan in 1968, and its management was closely governed by political decisions. Over the years, Subaru has developed numerous technologies that make its cars both unique and innovative, particularly regarding engine and automatic transmission design.
Subaru has built a reputation for sporty, reliable, and highly affordable vehicles. Today, the brand continues to build 75% of its vehicles in Japan.

Where to find the colour code of your Subaru car ?

For Subaru vehicles, the VIN plate indicating the colour code can be found in two locations:

– Inside the engine compartment
– On the right front door pillar (driver's side)

You can refer to the images below which show these locations.
The colour code always consists of three characters (letters or numbers).

The Subaru colour code only appears in these specific areas. If you are unable to find it in those locations, you can always contact a dealership or visit dedicated websites and forums where a wealth of information is shared by Subaru enthusiasts.

For your reference, a colour code always appears alongside the colour name, like this:

08K RED SUBARU 2000 - 2006
08V BLUE BLACK SUBARU 2000 – 2004

The iconic colours of Subaru cars

Subaru has developed a colour chart that is specific to the brand. The most iconic colours are undoubtedly the Subaru blues.
The brand has clearly shown its intent to offer sporty and distinctive shades. One can also observe colours typically reserved for motorbikes, particularly three-coat systems: these systems require a basecoat in addition to the colour coat, which enhances the pearlescent effects and colour depth.
When your vehicle has this type of finish, more paint and more work are required.
Here are examples of three-coat Subaru colour codes:

089 FIRST COAT SUBARU 2022 -
089 PLATINUM WHITE SUBARU 2022 -

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