Paint code on a T3

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Paint code on a T3

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Hallo - i have a 1989 T3 and need to touch it up a bit - anybody know where i can find the paint code? Thanks Reiner

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http://www.brick-yard.co.uk/VehicleSpec ... colour.htm" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
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On a label on the inside of the metal "box" under the passenger seat.
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I also am looking for paint code... As I have swivel seats will I have to remove the swivel to find details?, as I have checked all arount seat area.
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As in my previous post...I have hunted all around passenger seat and can find nothing. Do I have to remove seat swivel to get into seat box to find code??
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It's on one of the sides, inside and towards the rear of the box.
Why not post a photo of the van and I bet some one will know the code. .
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You would be better getting your local autopaint place to match the colour of the van.As the paint on your van will not be the same shade as when new.
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boatbuilder....Thanks for info. Had a look at rear end of seat box, found a metal label inside, I hope this is what I am looking for, but I will have to remove Leisure battery to be able to read it :ok

Rob....Unfortunately I do not have a decent paint paint shop local. I guess I must hunt around for one. Google ?? of make some enquires..Thanks.
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It's sometimes on a white sticker below steering wheel. Mine is. It has loads of other info on it too.
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OK..... Finally removed battery and found the plate pop riveted to side of seat box...

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03 5 0170 2520 63
D6D6AC OHN

HH 064 382
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Checked all info I can find on paint. Nothing matches :cry:

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D6D6 - Timor beige both upper and lower side
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Well done that man :lol: .Thank you ZsZ
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Samba link I forgot to mention:
http://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=527875" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
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