Chevy C10 Paint Colors by Year

Factory paint codes & WA codes for every Chevrolet C10 model year, 1964–1979 — restoration-grade urethane, matched to spec

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How to Find Your C10's Paint Code

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Check the Service Parts Identification label

On most Chevy C10 pickups, the paint code is printed on the Service Parts Identification (SPID) label — usually found on the inside of the glove box door or the driver-side door jamb. Once you have your code, open your truck's model-year page above and match it against the code column to confirm the exact factory color and WA code. If your label is missing or illegible, UreChem can formulate a match from a good paint sample.

About C10 Factory Color Codes

The Chevrolet C10 spanned multiple body generations between 1964 and 1979, and GM refreshed its factory color palette nearly every model year. Some names and codes — like Black at code 500 — stayed consistent for years at a time, while others were retired, renamed, or replaced with little overlap from one year to the next. That makes the model year on your build sheet or SPID label essential information before you order paint.

Each year page above lists the original paint codes and WA codes alongside a true-to-source color chip, so you can confirm your match before requesting a quote. We pull every color name and chip directly from factory records rather than approximations, and flag any data gaps or naming inconsistencies we find along the way.

Not sure which finish to choose once you've found your color? Our guides on Gloss, Matte or Satin and Single Stage vs Basecoat-Clearcoat can help you decide on the right system for your restoration or custom build.

Frequently Asked Questions

UreChem documents factory paint colors for the Chevrolet C10 pickup from 1964 through 1979, covering both the first-generation and second-generation truck bodies.
Some color names and codes repeat across nearby years (for example, Black is code 500 for most years in this range), but many colors were retired, renamed, or replaced annually. Always confirm your paint code and WA code against the specific year of your truck before ordering.
Check the Service Parts Identification (SPID) label, usually located inside the glove box door or on the driver-side door jamb. It lists a two- or three-digit paint code that you can cross-reference on your truck's specific year page above.
Yes. UreChem formulates restoration-grade urethane basecoat matched to original GM paint specifications for every documented C10 color and year. Provide your paint code, or send a sample if your label is missing, and we'll formulate an accurate match.
The paint code is GM's internal color number for that model year. The WA code is the corresponding code used by paint suppliers to mix the exact formulation. Both are listed on each year page and help ensure the most accurate match.