Ford Taurus Touch Up Paint (108 OEM Colors)

The Color Breakdown

The Ford Taurus has lived many lives-from the jellybean-shaped commuter of the 90s to the heavy-duty sedan of the 2010s-and it has the wardrobe to match. With a staggering 108 colors recorded over the years, Ford really went for it. Whether you're rocking the classic, early-2000s Arizona Beige Metallic, the punchy Toreador Red Pearl, or the late-model sophistication of Green Gem Pearl, your Taurus has never been afraid of a little flair. It's a color palette that ranges from "sensible office park" to "midnight emerald," proving that even a family sedan can have a bit of a wild side.

What to Watch For

Before you start dabbing, you need to find your "EXT PNT" code. Swing open the driver's side door and look at the VIN sticker on the jamb; Ford makes it easy with a clear two-digit code right there. Now, for the reality check: if you're driving an older Taurus, keep a close eye on the roof and trunk lid. These models are famous for the clear coat deciding it's had enough of the sun and starting to flake away like a bad sunburn. For the newer, more muscular Taurus models, the front edge of the hood is your primary battleground for rock chips. Catching these early with a touch-up pen is the difference between a quick fix and a trip to the body shop.

Driveway Repair Tip

Since so many Taurus colors are "Metallic" or "Tricoat" (looking at you, White Platinum and Ruby Red), your best friend is a stopwatch. Shake that touch-up pen for a full 60 seconds-longer than you think you need-to wake up the metallic flakes that like to settle at the bottom. When you apply the paint, don't try to fill the chip in one go. Think of it like icing a tiny cupcake: use a tiny dab, let it dry for 20 minutes, and then come back for a second layer if needed. If you're working with a pearl finish, it **requires patience** to get the depth right, but thin layers will always look better than one thick blob that stands out in the sun.