Ford E-350 Paint Info
The Color Breakdown
The Ford E-350 is the ultimate workhorse, a rolling fortress of utility that has seen more miles than most small countries. While Ford has released this van in a rainbow of "Fleet White" and "Industrial Grey," our records highlight the more adventurous side of the palette: Light Regatta Blue Metallic. It's a color that says, "I might be hauling a church group or a ton of drywall, but I'm doing it with a touch of nautical flair."
What to Watch For
Before you start dabbling with that touch-up brush, you need to find your "EXT PNT" code. Open the driver's side door and look at the door jamb; you'll find a white sticker with a barcode. Right at the bottom, look for the two digits next to the letters "EXT PNT"-that's your golden ticket.
Now, for the reality check: because the E-350 has the surface area of a small apartment, the sun loves to treat the roof and hood like a giant frying pan. You might notice the paint starting to flake or "checker" in those high-heat areas. Also, keep a close eye on the wheel wells and the bottom edges of the doors; these vans are magnets for road salt and gravel, which can lead to little chips that want to turn into bigger problems if left naked to the elements.
Driveway Repair Tip
Since Light Regatta Blue Metallic is a metallic shade, it has tiny flakes that like to settle at the bottom of the bottle while it sits on your shelf. Shake that touch-up pen or bottle like you're mixing a pre-game protein shake-at least 60 full seconds-to make sure those sparkles are evenly distributed. When you apply it, think "thin and patient." If you have a deep chip, don't try to fill the whole crater in one sitting. Dab a tiny bit in, let it dry for twenty minutes, and come back for a second layer. It's better to have three thin coats than one big, gloppy blueberry stuck to your van.
