Where Is the Cadillac Paint Code?
On a Cadillac, the paint code is at the Driver-side door jamb — Service Parts Identification (SPID) label, printed on the label marked “BC / CC (Base Coat / Clear Coat)”. The code follows the pattern WA + 4 digits or 3-char alphanumeric (e.g., GBA). If the sticker is missing or faded, look it up by VIN below.
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Cadillac Paint Code Location — Every Spot to Check
Cadillac 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
Driver-side door jamb — Service Parts Identification (SPID) label
- 2Backup location
Inside the glove box (some CT models)
- 3Backup location
Trunk lid underside on older Eldorado / Seville
What the label says
Look for the row marked BC / CC (Base Coat / Clear Coat). That's the line that carries the Cadillac color code.
Code format
GM WA-prefix code or 3-character GM code. Pattern: WA + 4 digits or 3-char alphanumeric (e.g., GBA).
Common Cadillac Paint Codes & Color Names
A few well-known Cadillac 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 |
|---|---|
WA9636 | Crystal White Tricoat |
GBA | Black Raven |
GAR | Radiant Silver Metallic |
GJI | Stellar Black Metallic |
Cadillac Paint Code Tips
The quirks worth knowing before you order paint for a Cadillac.
Cadillac tri-coat whites (Crystal White, Argent Silver) require a mid-coat pearl layer — touch-up pens alone won't match.
The SPID label is sometimes relocated to the glove box on CT5/CT6. Check both locations.
Cross-reference the GM WA code with the 3-character RPO code — both refer to the same color.
Cadillac 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 Cadillac label is gone, the VIN is the reliable way back to the factory paint code.
Every Cadillac 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 Cadillac? 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 Cadillac code by VIN
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What to Do With Your Cadillac Paint Code
Once you have the code, here's how to put it to work.
Order touch-up paint
Give the code to a Cadillacparts 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 Cadillac 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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Cadillac Paint Code — Sources & References
Cadillac color codes trace back to factory build records and OEM service literature. The references below are the authoritative origins behind Cadillac VIN, paint, and history data in the United States.
- NHTSA VIN Decoder ↗
Federal reference decoder for Cadillac VIN structure.
- NHTSA — Safety Recalls ↗
Open Cadillac recall lookup by VIN.
- NMVTIS — Bureau of Justice Assistance ↗
Federal title-brand database covering every Cadillac across all 50 states.
- EPA ↗
Coatings and VOC standards behind OEM Cadillac paint formulations.
Cadillac Paint Code — Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the paint code on a Cadillac?+
On a Cadillac, the paint code is at the Driver-side door jamb — Service Parts Identification (SPID) label. Look for the label marked "BC / CC (Base Coat / Clear Coat)". If that sticker is faded or missing, check inside the glove box (some ct models) or trunk lid underside on older eldorado / seville.
What does a Cadillac paint code look like?+
GM WA-prefix code or 3-character GM code. The typical pattern is WA + 4 digits or 3-char alphanumeric (e.g., GBA). For example, WA9636 is Crystal White Tricoat, and GBA is Black Raven.
Can I find my Cadillac paint code with just the VIN?+
Yes. The factory paint code is recorded against the VIN in Cadillac'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 Cadillac paint code and the color name?+
The color name (e.g., "Crystal White Tricoat") is marketing copy that Cadillac may reuse across model years with small formula changes. The paint code (WA9636) is tied to one specific formulation — it is what a paint supplier needs to mix an exact match.
How do I use my Cadillac 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 Cadillac finishes, a single touch-up pen won't match the depth; those need a base + mid-coat + clear process.
My Cadillac 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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