Toyota Starlet Touch Up Paint (34 OEM Colors)

The Color Breakdown

Toyota's little Starlet may be compact, but its wardrobe was anything but small. With 34 recorded colors, the factory really went for it-moving well beyond basic commuters. We're talking about everything from the classic Super White 2 to some genuinely adventurous choices like Cinnamon Metallic, Sierra Green Pearl, and the delightfully retro Rose Beige Metallic. Whether yours is a punchy Super Red or a sophisticated Slate Gray, this car was designed to have a personality that punched way above its weight class.

What to Watch For

Before you start dabbing, you need to find your "ID badge." On most Starlets, your paint code is hiding on a metal plate on the firewall (the back wall of the engine bay) or tucked inside the driver's door jamb. Look for the letters "C/TR"-the three-digit code following those letters is your golden ticket.

As for the paint itself, these Toyotas are famous for being "sun-worshippers," but not always in a good way. If you have one of the brighter reds or yellows, you might notice the color has "softened" or faded slightly over the decades. Also, keep an eye on the roof and the tops of the door handles; the clear coat on 90s Toyotas can sometimes get a bit brittle and start to flake. If you catch a chip early, you stop that "sunburn" from spreading.

Driveway Repair Tip

Because the Starlet's palette includes so many fancy metallics and pearls (looking at you, Light Purple Blue Pearl), your biggest secret weapon is the "The Shake." Those tiny metallic sparkles are heavy and love to nap at the bottom of the bottle. Shake your touch-up pen or brush for a full 60 seconds-longer than you think you need to-to wake them up.

When you apply the paint, think "thin and patient." If you're filling a deeper chip, don't try to fill the whole crater in one go. Drip a tiny bit in, let it dry for 20 minutes, and then come back for a second layer. It's much easier to add a little more than it is to deal with a giant, runny glob on your hood. You've got this!