Find Your Saab's Color Code

A color code is the unique ID for your car's specific paint. Color codes are the only way to guarantee a perfect match - names are unreliable.

Where to find your Saab Color Code

Saab color codes can be found on a Color ID Tag, which is typically a small, rectangular sticker or metal plate packed with technical vehicle data. It often features a silver, black, or white background with dense alphanumeric text and barcodes.

In addition to the Color Code, the Color ID Tag contains a lot of other information - like the VIN, wheelbase, and interior trim. See the diagram below to determine which of these codes corresponds to your exterior paint.

Identifying your Color Code

Saab paint codes are normally on the drivers door jamb. On old Saabs, color codes are about impossible to find; other cited locations include the engine compartment and the trunk area (inside the transmission is a joke). Typical code format: 230, which corresponds to: 230 Scarabe Green Metallic Clearcoat. Same Color Code, Different Name: the same paint across models may be called Green Clearcoat or Mystic Green Clearcoat.

Where to Look for your Saab's Color Code

Driver's Side Door or Door Jamb

The most common location. The code may be on the pillar itself, the door edge, or near the latch.
Radiator Support

This is the metal bar at the very front of the engine bay, usually visible when the hood is open.
Interior Hood Sides

Check under the hood on the sides of the engine compartment.
Driver's Side Strut Tower

This sticker may also be on the passenger side strut tower. It may be difficult to read if covered in dirt or oil.
Along the Back Firewall

This is the wall that separates the engine from the passenger area.
Trunk or Rear Storage

The tag may be on the sides, seat backs, door, or floor of the rear storage. It might take some searching.
Inside the Spare Tire Area

Codes here are often on a paper sticker which can fall off or become damaged.

Frequently Asked Questions About Color Codes

Where is the paint code on my Saab?

Most paint codes are found on the driver’s door jamb. Other common locations include under the hood, inside the trunk near the spare tire, or less commonly the glove box. You can use our make and year-specific diagrams to confirm the exact location for your vehicle.

Can I use my Saab's VIN to find the paint color code?

No. The VIN does not contain your paint color code. It only helps identify formula variations after the correct color code is known. You must locate the paint code on the vehicle itself for accurate matching.

What does a Saab paint code look like?

Paint codes are short combinations of letters and numbers, typically 2–6 characters long. Formats vary by manufacturer, but the code will always be clearly labeled on the vehicle’s identification plate or sticker.

Are Saab paint codes in the same place on every vehicle?

No. Some manufacturers use consistent locations, while others vary by model and year. Always check the diagrams for your exact vehicle year and make.

Why are some Saab paint codes harder to find than others?

Some manufacturers place paint codes in hidden or unusual locations, such as under trunk carpeting or among many other numbers. This is common with brands like Audi, Porsche, and Mercedes.

How do I find interior Saab paint color codes?

Interior colors are not factory-coded on vehicles. To identify an interior color, you’ll need to match it using physical color chips or a body shop reference book. Once identified, we can make the paint for you.

What if I still can’t find my Saab paint code?

Double-check all locations shown in the diagrams, including less obvious areas. On classic or rare vehicles, you may need to contact the manufacturer directly. If you’re still unsure, contact us and we’ll help guide you.

More About Saab Color Codes

Saab codes are relatively easy to find as they are normally on the drivers door jamb. Old Saabs are about impossible to find color codes on so look in the engine compartment, the trunk area, inside the transmission (just kidding), I think you get the idea. The typical color code format is: 230 which corresponds to: 230 Scarabe Green Metallic Clearcoat Same Color Code, Different Name Saab, like all manufacturers, uses the exact same color across many models and then will have a different color name for each model. It's the same paint! This is why the color code is so important to order the correct paint. For example, 230, above we call Scarabe Green Metallic Clearcoat . It could also be called Green Clearcoat, Mystic Green Clearcoat, etc. depending on what the marketing department decided to call it.

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Find Your Saab's Color Code

A color code is the unique ID for your car's specific paint. Color codes are the only way to guarantee a perfect match - names are unreliable.

Where to find your Saab Color Code

Identifying your Color Code

Where to Look for your Saab's Color Code

Driver's Side Door or Door Jamb

Radiator Support

Interior Hood Sides

Driver's Side Strut Tower

Along the Back Firewall

Trunk or Rear Storage

Inside the Spare Tire Area