Where Is the Audi Paint Code?
On a Audi, the paint code is at the Spare tire well — sticker on the trunk floor or wheel well, printed on the label marked “Lack-Nr. (Lacquer Number)”. The code follows the pattern 2-char short code + 4-digit long code (e.g., LY9C / Y9C). If the sticker is missing or faded, look it up by VIN below.
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Audi Paint Code Location — Every Spot to Check
Audi prints the paint code in one main spot and backs it up in a couple of others. Start at the top of this list and work down if the label is hard to read.
- 1Primary location
Spare tire well — sticker on the trunk floor or wheel well
- 2Backup location
Driver-side door jamb (newer models)
- 3Backup location
Service booklet inside the glove box
What the label says
Look for the row marked Lack-Nr. (Lacquer Number). That's the line that carries the Audi color code.
Code format
Two characters (often letter + digit) plus a longer Audi color code. Pattern: 2-char short code + 4-digit long code (e.g., LY9C / Y9C).
Common Audi Paint Codes & Color Names
A few well-known Audi factory codes so you know what to expect on the sticker. Your exact code depends on the model year — always confirm against your own vehicle or VIN.
| Paint Code | Factory Color Name |
|---|---|
LY9C | Ibis White |
LZ7S | Glacier White Metallic |
LX7Z | Mythos Black Metallic |
LY7G | Florett Silver Metallic |
Audi Paint Code Tips
The quirks worth knowing before you order paint for a Audi.
Audi codes always start with 'L' on the sticker (e.g., LY9C). Touch-up suppliers often drop the L (Y9C).
The same color may have two codes — a short 3-character code and a longer descriptive code. Either works for ordering.
Tri-coat finishes like Misano Red Pearl need professional application; consumer touch-up will not match the depth.
Audi Sticker Missing or Faded? Use the VIN.
Door jamb stickers fade in the sun, get peeled during detailing, or disappear when a door is replaced after a collision. When the Audi label is gone, the VIN is the reliable way back to the factory paint code.
Every Audi build record carries the factory paint code, locked to the VIN at manufacture. Our free VIN check pulls that record so you can order touch-up, brief a body shop, or verify the current color matches the factory original.
Buying a used Audi? If the current color doesn't match the factory code, the car was repainted — worth an accident history check to find out why.
Look up your Audi code by VIN
No sticker needed — the factory code comes straight from the build record.
What to Do With Your Audi Paint Code
Once you have the code, here's how to put it to work.
Order touch-up paint
Give the code to a Audiparts counter or a touch-up supplier. For pearl/metallic finishes, ask for the matching base + clear so the repair doesn't flatten out.
Save it for later
Photograph the Audi sticker in good light and store it with your documents. The code stays the same for the life of the car — no more trips back to the driveway.
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Audi Paint Code — Sources & References
Audi color codes trace back to factory build records and OEM service literature. The references below are the authoritative origins behind Audi VIN, paint, and history data in the United States.
- NHTSA VIN Decoder ↗
Federal reference decoder for Audi VIN structure.
- NHTSA — Safety Recalls ↗
Open Audi recall lookup by VIN.
- NMVTIS — Bureau of Justice Assistance ↗
Federal title-brand database covering every Audi across all 50 states.
- EPA ↗
Coatings and VOC standards behind OEM Audi paint formulations.
Audi Paint Code — Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the paint code on a Audi?+
On a Audi, the paint code is at the Spare tire well — sticker on the trunk floor or wheel well. Look for the label marked "Lack-Nr. (Lacquer Number)". If that sticker is faded or missing, check driver-side door jamb (newer models) or service booklet inside the glove box.
What does a Audi paint code look like?+
Two characters (often letter + digit) plus a longer Audi color code. The typical pattern is 2-char short code + 4-digit long code (e.g., LY9C / Y9C). For example, LY9C is Ibis White, and LZ7S is Glacier White Metallic.
Can I find my Audi paint code with just the VIN?+
Yes. The factory paint code is recorded against the VIN in Audi's build database, so a VIN-based lookup returns the original color code even when the physical door jamb sticker is damaged, faded, or was replaced during repair. Enter your VIN in the form above.
What is the difference between the Audi paint code and the color name?+
The color name (e.g., "Ibis White") is marketing copy that Audi may reuse across model years with small formula changes. The paint code (LY9C) is tied to one specific formulation — it is what a paint supplier needs to mix an exact match.
How do I use my Audi paint code for touch-up?+
Give the code — not the color name — to any paint supplier, dealer parts counter, or body shop. They mix to the code. For pearl or tri-coat Audi finishes, a single touch-up pen won't match the depth; those need a base + mid-coat + clear process.
My Audi was repainted and the sticker is gone — what now?+
Run a VIN-based paint code lookup. The factory code is locked to the VIN at manufacture, so it survives a respray or a replaced door. If the car's current color doesn't match the factory code returned, the vehicle was repainted — worth pairing with an accident history check to find out why.
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