Volvo V70 Touch Up Paint (36 OEM Colors)

The Color Breakdown

Volvo recorded a staggering 36 colors for the V70, and they didn't just stick to the "Swedish Winter" palette of whites and greys. While you'll find plenty of Silver Metallic and Titanium Grey, they really went for it with adventurous shades like Flash Green Metallic, Java Pearl, and the deliciously named Caper Green. Whether your wagon is a sensible Ice White or a bold Venetian Red, it was built with a thick, high-quality finish designed to survive Gothenburg winters.

What to Watch For

Before you start, you need your 3-digit secret code. On the V70, Volvo likes to hide this in a few spots: check the driver's side door jamb first, but if it's not there, pop the hood and look at the strut tower or the firewall. You're looking for a three-number sequence (like 455 or 614); ignore any dashes or extra digits at the end. In terms of wear, the V70 is a "boxy but good" tank, but keep an eye on the roof strips and the front edge of the hood. These areas tend to take a beating from the sun and road debris, leading to small chips or a slightly duller finish over time. If you see the clear coat starting to look a bit flaky or "cloudy" on the roof, don't panic-it just means that area needs a little extra love and protection.

Driveway Repair Tip

Since so many V70 colors are Pearls or Metallics (looking at you, Magic Blue), those tiny metallic flakes like to settle at the bottom of the bottle. Shake your touch-up pen or brush for a full 60 seconds-longer than you think you need-to wake up those sparkles. When filling a chip, don't try to fill the whole crater in one go. Apply a thin "whisper" of paint, let it dry for 15 minutes, and then add another. This prevents the paint from looking like a raised "blob" and helps the metallic bits lay down flat so they catch the light correctly. It requires a little patience, but the result will be much smoother.