Volkswagen Jetta Touch Up Paint (174 OEM Colors)

The Color Breakdown

Volkswagen didn't just give us a car with the Jetta; they gave us a 174-color personality test. They really went for it in the early 2000s with "main character" shades like Futura Yellow Metallic, Tropic Orange Metallic, and Cosmic Green Metallic. Since then, they've settled into a more "sophisticated commuter" vibe, offering what feels like 50 shades of gray, from the ubiquitous Reflex Silver Metallic to the moody Platinum Gray. Whether your Jetta is a neon relic of the Y2K era or a sleek modern professional, there is a very specific bottle of paint out there with your car's name on it.

What to Watch For

Before you start dabbling, you need to find your "Birth Certificate." Volkswagen likes to hide the paint code in the trunk-specifically, lift up the carpet and look for a paper sticker near the spare tire well (it might even be tucked under the rim). If it's not there, check the first page of your service manual.

As for the paint itself, Jettas are highway heroes, which means the front edge of your hood is likely a "gravel magnet" for rock chips. Keep an eye on the roof and trunk lid, too; some years (especially the iconic Tornado Red) are known for a slightly softer clear coat that can start to look a bit hazy or "thirsty" if left in the sun too long. Don't worry, though-catching these spots early with a touch-up pen is exactly why we're here.

Driveway Repair Tip

Since a huge chunk of Jetta colors are Pearls or Metallics (looking at you, Indigo Blue Pearl and Reflex Silver), your biggest secret weapon is the "The Long Shake." Don't just give it a five-second wiggle; shake that touch-up bottle for at least 60 to 90 seconds. You need to wake up those tiny metallic flakes so they don't all stay clumped at the bottom.

When you apply it, remember: thin layers win the race. If you're filling a deep rock chip, don't try to fix it with one big "blob" of paint. Dab a tiny bit in, let it dry for 20 minutes, and come back for a second layer. It requires a little patience, but it's the difference between a repair that disappears and one that looks like a grape stuck to your hood.