Toyota T100 Paint Info
The Color Breakdown
Toyota really went for it with the T100, offering a surprising 32 recorded colors during its run. You'll find everything from the "ready-to-work" White (codes 045 or 058) to the surprisingly upscale Sierra Green Pearl Metallic and Garnet Pearl. They even dabbled in some fancy 90s two-tones, like the Pewter on Black combo, proving that this truck was meant to look just as good at the boat ramp as it did on the job site.
What to Watch For
Since these trucks are seasoned veterans of the 90s, the paint usually shows its age in two specific ways: "sunburn" and "battle scars." The clear coat on the hood and roof tends to get tired and start peeling after decades in the sun, and the bed rails often have chips from years of hauling gear. To make sure you've got the right match, open your driver's door and look at the VIN sticker on the jamb. You're looking for the "C/TR" code-the first three digits after that are your golden ticket to the right color.
Driveway Repair Tip
Because many T100 colors-like Silver Spruce or Blue Pearl Metallic-rely on tiny flakes for that 90s shimmer, you need to be a human paint mixer. Shake your touch-up bottle or pen for at least two full minutes before you start; those metallic flakes love to settle at the bottom. When you're ready to apply, think "thin and patient." Use the very tip of the brush to dab light layers into the chip. It's much better to do three thin coats that sit flush than one giant, gloppy bead that looks like a raindrop frozen in time.