Volkswagen GLI Touch Up Paint (37 OEM Colors)

The Color Breakdown

Volkswagen has treated the GLI to a surprisingly diverse wardrobe over the years, with 37 colors on the books. From the "can't-miss-me" Habanero Orange Effect and the legendary Tornado Red to the more modern, stealthy Pure Grey, they've really covered the spectrum. Whether you're driving a classic Candy White or the deeply metallic Deep Black Pearl, your car was designed to look sharp-and it's our job to keep it that way.

What to Watch For

First, let's find your ID. Your GLI hides its paint code (usually a 4-digit sequence like LC9X or LY3D) in the trunk. Lift the carpet and look around the spare tire well or on the side of the compartment for a paper sticker-it's the "birth certificate" for your color. Regarding the paint itself, GLIs are famous for "hard" clear coats that resist scratches well, but they are magnets for tiny hood chips. Also, if you're rocking the Tornado Red, keep an eye on the roof and trunk; that specific pigment loves to sunbathe, which can lead to fading if those chips aren't sealed up quickly.

Driveway Repair Tip

Since so many GLI colors use metallic or pearl effects (looking at you, White Silver Metallic and Deep Black Pearl), your biggest secret weapon is a good handshake. Shake your touch-up bottle for a full 60 seconds-longer than you think you need-to get those metallic flakes dancing and evenly distributed. When you apply the paint, think "less is more." Use the tip of the brush to dab a tiny amount into the center of the chip and let it flow to the edges. It's much easier to add a second thin layer than it is to deal with a giant, gloopy mountain of paint.