Volvo 780 Paint Info
The Color Breakdown
Volvo kept things exclusive for the 780 Bertone, offering a refined palette of just 6 colors. While the rest of the 700-series was out there in every shade of brick, the 780 stuck to high-end classics like Warm Silver Metallic and Blue Pearl. They even leaned into the luxury vibe with deep, sophisticated tones like Blue Green Metallic and Red Pearl. It's a small list, but it's clear they were aiming for "Italian designer suit" rather than "family station wagon."
What to Watch For
Before you start, you'll need to find your 3-digit paint code. On the 780, skip the door jambs-you'll usually find the ID plate under the hood, mounted on either the driver or passenger side strut tower or the firewall. These cars are getting on in years, so you might notice the paint on the roof or trunk looking a bit "tired" or matte. Don't worry; that's just the clear coat reacting to decades of sunshine. Also, keep an eye on the edges of those beautiful Bertone body lines; the paint can get a little thin there over time, so treat those spots with a gentle touch.
Driveway Repair Tip
Since most 780 colors are metallics or pearls, they have tiny flakes that like to settle at the bottom of the bottle while sitting on your shelf. Shake your touch-up pen or brush for a full 60 seconds-and I mean a real workout-to wake up those sparkles so they match your car. When you go to fill a chip, don't try to fill the whole hole in one go. Dab on a tiny, thin layer, let it dry for 15 minutes, and then add another. It requires a little patience, but building it up slowly prevents that "blob" look and keeps the repair sitting flush with the rest of the panel.
