Volvo C30 Touch Up Paint (25 OEM Colors)

The Color Breakdown

Volvo usually plays it safe with "sensible" shades, but for the C30, they clearly let the designers have an extra shot of espresso. We've recorded 25 colors for this stylish little hatch, ranging from the classic Ice White and Black Sapphire Pearl to the absolute show-stoppers like Rebel Blue, Gecko Green Pearl, and the citrusy Lime Grass Green. Whether you're driving a sophisticated Java Pearl or a loud Orange Flame, Volvo gave this car a wardrobe that matches its "coolest kid in the parking lot" energy.

What to Watch For

Before you start dabbing, you need to find your "Identity." On the C30, your 3-digit paint code is usually hiding on a metal plate or sticker located on the passenger side B-pillar (open the door and look at the center pillar) or occasionally on the firewall inside the engine compartment. Once you have your code, take a look at your roof and hood. Volvo paint is generally sturdy, but the clear coat on these models can get a bit "sun-tired," leading to some light fading or surface peeling on the flat panels. If you have Passion Red, you might notice it looks a little matte over time-don't worry, a fresh touch-up will stick just fine as long as the surface is clean.

Driveway Repair Tip

Since so many C30 colors are "Pearls" or "Metallics" (looking at you, Chameleon Blue and Electric Silver), the secret is in the shake. Those tiny metallic flakes like to settle at the bottom of the bottle like sand in a snowglobe. Shake your touch-up pen or bottle for a full 60 seconds-yes, time it-to wake up the sparkles. When applying, avoid the "one big blob" method. Instead, use a "dotting" motion to fill the chip. If you're working with a pearl finish, it might look a little different at first, but have patience; it will settle and catch the light beautifully once it dries.