Pontiac Trans Sport Paint Info
The Color Breakdown
Back when the Pontiac Trans Sport was the official "Spaceship of the Suburbs," Pontiac really went for it with the palette. We have recorded 24 distinct colors for this futuristic hauler, ranging from the regal Crimson King to the earthy Medium Dark Lichen Metallic and the surprisingly bold Mayan Gold Metallic. Whether yours is a classic Bright White or the deep Aubergine Metallic, these colors were designed to make a statement-even if that statement was "I'm from the year 2000."
What to Watch For
Now, let's be honest: 90s-era GM paint has a bit of a reputation for what I call "The Great Shedding." Because the Trans Sport features composite body panels, you don't have to worry about traditional rust, but you do have to watch for the clear coat deciding it wants to retire early. If you see white, flaky edges on your hood or roof, that's the clear coat losing its grip.
To get ahead of it, you'll need your paint code. Don't go looking on the door jamb first-this van likes to hide its secrets. Pop open the glove box or check the rear jack compartment for a "Service Parts Identification" sticker. You're looking for a code that starts with "WA" (like WA9567) or a simple two-digit number. That's the "DNA" we need to match your specific shade.
Driveway Repair Tip
Since so many Trans Sport colors are Metallics (I'm looking at you, Silvermist and Fernmist Green), your biggest challenge is the "shimmer." Those tiny metallic flakes like to settle at the bottom of the bottle like sand at the beach.
The Whisperer's Secret: Before you touch the car, shake that paint bottle or pen for a full 90 seconds. If your arm isn't tired, you haven't shaken it enough. When applying, don't try to fill a deep chip in one go. Dab a tiny, thin layer into the center, let it dry for 20 minutes, and then come back for a second pass. This keeps the metallic flakes standing upright and catching the light, rather than drowning in a dark blob of wet paint. Patience is your best tool!