Ford Mustang Paint Code Chart by Year 1964½ to 2026
The Ford Mustang paint code chart below helps you identify the factory exterior color on Mustangs from the original 1964½ model through the current 2026 S650.
For the most accurate match, use the model year and paint code together. Color names can return in later generations, while the paint formula or finish may change.
Ford says modern Ford paint codes are found on the driver-side door-jamb label beside EXT PNT. The code normally contains two characters, although older models may use a different format.
2024 to 2026 Ford Mustang Paint Code Quick Reference
Match your Mustang model year with the factory exterior color and paint code. Always confirm the EXT PNT code on the original driver-side certification label before ordering touch-up paint.
| Year | Factory Color | Paint Code | Finish |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Grabber Blue Metallic | AE | Metallic |
| 2024 | Atlas Blue Metallic | B3 | Metallic |
| 2024 | Rapid Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat | D4 | Tinted Clearcoat |
| 2024 | Blue Ember Metallic | E1 | Metallic |
| 2024 | Shadow Black | G1 | Solid |
| 2024 | Dark Matter Gray Metallic | HY | Metallic |
| 2024 | Iconic Silver Metallic | JS | Metallic |
| 2024 | Vapor Blue Metallic | K1 | Metallic |
| 2024 | Carbonized Gray Metallic | M7 | Metallic |
| 2024 | Race Red | PQ | Solid |
| 2024 | Yellow Splash Metallic Tri-Coat | RH | Tri-Coat |
| 2024 | Oxford White | YZ | Solid |
| 2025 | Grabber Blue Metallic | AE | Metallic |
| 2025 | Intense Lime Yellow Metallic | B7 | Metallic |
| 2025 | Molten Magenta Metallic Tri-Coat | DT | Tri-Coat |
| 2025 | Blue Ember Metallic | E1 | Metallic |
| 2025 | Shadow Black | G1 | Solid |
| 2025 | Iconic Silver Metallic | JS | Metallic |
| 2025 | Vapor Blue Metallic | K1 | Metallic |
| 2025 | Carbonized Gray Metallic | M7 | Metallic |
| 2025 | Wimbledon White | N4 | Solid |
| 2025 | Race Red | PQ | Solid |
| 2025 | Oxford White | YZ | Solid |
| 2026 | Adriatic Blue Metallic | B2 | Metallic |
| 2026 | Avalanche Gray | DR | Solid |
| 2026 | Molten Magenta Metallic Tinted Clearcoat | DT | Tinted Clearcoat |
| 2026 | Shadow Black | G1 | Solid |
| 2026 | Vapor Blue Metallic | K1 | Metallic |
| 2026 | Carbonized Gray Metallic | M7 | Metallic |
| 2026 | Orange Fury Metallic Tri-Coat | NL | Tri-Coat |
| 2026 | Race Red | PQ | Solid |
| 2026 | Oxford White | YZ | Solid |
How to Find a Ford Mustang Paint Code
On a modern Mustang, open the driver’s door and find the Safety Compliance Certification Label on the door jamb.
Look for:
- EXT PNT
- The one or two-character code beside it
- Your Mustang’s model year
For example, YZ identifies Oxford White on many modern Mustangs, while PQ identifies Race Red.
Classic Mustangs use the body data plate rather than the newer EXT PNT label format. The color field on that plate identifies the factory exterior paint.
For a wider explanation covering other Ford models, use the FordMasterX Ford paint code chart.
First Generation Mustang Paint Codes From 1964½ to 1973
Early Mustang paint codes usually use a single letter or number. Ford offered many colors during this period, and special-order, Shelby, Boss, and other performance models can have exceptions.
This compact chart lists several of the most commonly encountered factory codes from the first generation.
| Model Year | Factory Color | Paint Code |
|---|---|---|
| 1964½ | Raven Black | A |
| 1964½ | Guardsman Blue | F |
| 1964½ | Caspian Blue | H |
| 1964½ | Rangoon Red | J |
| 1964½ | Wimbledon White | M |
| 1964½ | Poppy Red | 3 |
| 1965 | Raven Black | A |
| 1965 | Caspian Blue | H |
| 1965 | Rangoon Red | J |
| 1965 | Wimbledon White | M |
| 1965 | Poppy Red | 3 |
| 1966 | Raven Black | A |
| 1966 | Nightmist Blue | K |
| 1966 | Wimbledon White | M |
| 1966 | Candyapple Red | T |
| 1967 | Raven Black | A |
| 1967 | Acapulco Blue | D |
| 1967 | Lime Gold | I |
| 1967 | Nightmist Blue | K |
| 1967 | Wimbledon White | M |
| 1967 | Candyapple Red | T |
| 1968 | Acapulco Blue | D |
| 1968 | Highland Green | R |
| 1968 | Candyapple Red | T |
| 1969 | Acapulco Blue | D |
| 1969 | Black Jade | C |
| 1969 | Candyapple Red | T |
| 1970 | Raven Black | A |
| 1970 | Competition Yellow | D |
| 1970 | Grabber Blue | J |
| 1970 | Wimbledon White | M |
| 1970 | Grabber Orange | U |
| 1970 | Grabber Green | Z |
Historical Mustang paint records confirm that Ford reused some codes and color families while changing availability by year. Special models can also have colors that do not appear on the standard Mustang palette.
A restoration should therefore use the data plate on the actual car rather than selecting paint from appearance alone.
Mustang II Paint Codes From 1974 to 1978
The 1974 to 1978 Mustang II introduced two-character paint codes that look more familiar to later Ford owners.
| Year | Factory Color | Code |
|---|---|---|
| 1974 | Silver | 1G |
| 1974 | Bright Red | 2B |
| 1974 | Dark Red | 2M |
| 1974 | Medium Bright Blue | 3E |
| 1974 | Bright Blue | 3N |
| 1974 | Medium Yellow Gold | 6C |
| 1974 | White | 9C |
| 1975 | Black | 1C |
| 1975 | Silver | 1G |
| 1975 | Dark Red | 2M |
| 1975 | Bright Blue | 3E |
Mustang-specific historical records verify these codes and also show additional greens, browns, yellows, metallic finishes, and model-year variations.
The important point is not to assume that a 1974 code automatically applies to a 1975 or later Mustang.
Fox Body Mustang Paint Codes From 1979 to 1993
Fox Body Mustangs used a wide range of two-character Ford paint codes. The palette changed repeatedly during the generation.
Some useful early Fox Body examples include:
| Year | Factory Color | Code |
|---|---|---|
| 1979 | Black | 1C |
| 1979 | Pewter | 1E |
| 1979 | Silver | 1G |
| 1979 | Bright Red | 2P |
| 1979 | Bright Blue | 3J |
| 1979 | Bright Yellow | 64 |
| 1979 | Tangerine | 85 |
| 1979 | White | 9D |
| 1980 | Black | 1C |
| 1980 | Silver | 1G |
| 1980 | Bright Red | 27 |
| 1980 | Bright Yellow | 6N |
| 1980 | Polar White | 9D |
The 1979 Pace Car’s Pewter finish used code 1E, which is a good example of why special editions need to be checked separately.
Later Fox Body cars introduced different reds, blues, whites, grays, greens, and special-edition finishes. Always match your specific model year before buying paint.
SN95 Mustang Paint Codes From 1994 to 2004
The SN95 era moved Mustang paint identification firmly into the two-character code system familiar to modern owners.
Common 1994 and 1995 codes include:
| Factory Color | Code |
|---|---|
| Canary Yellow | BZ |
| Rio Red | E8 |
| Laser Red | E9 |
| Bright Blue | KF |
| Deep Forest Green | NA |
| Teal | RD |
| Black | UA |
| Crystal White | ZF |
The 1994 Mustang also offered Iris GC and Opal Frost WJ. Certain Cobra and GT colors had restricted availability.
New Edge Mustangs from 1999 to 2004 added more model-specific colors, especially on Cobra, Mach 1, and special-edition cars. Check the factory label before ordering paint for those models.
S197 Mustang Paint Codes From 2005 to 2014
S197 Mustangs have some of the easiest factory codes to recognize because many colors remained popular across several model years.
Common 2005 Mustang Codes
| Factory Color | Code |
|---|---|
| Torch Red | D3 |
| Screaming Yellow | D6 |
| Redfire | G2 |
| Performance White | HP |
| Legend Lime | P1 |
| Windveil Blue | P3 |
| Sonic Blue | SN |
| Mineral Gray | TK |
| Satin Silver | TL |
| Black | UA |
The 2006 model added Vista Blue G9, while Grabber Orange U3 appeared in the 2007 palette.
By 2014, familiar colors included Grabber Blue CI, Deep Impact Blue J4, Race Red PQ, Ruby Red RR, Ingot Silver UX, and Oxford White YZ.
S550 Mustang Paint Codes From 2015 to 2023
The sixth-generation S550 brought several paint codes that continued into the S650 era.
2015 Mustang Paint Codes
| Factory Color | Code |
|---|---|
| Competition Orange | CY |
| Triple Yellow | H3 |
| Guard | HN |
| Deep Impact Blue | J4 |
| Magnetic | J7 |
| Race Red | PQ |
| Ruby Red | RR |
| Black | UA |
| Ingot Silver | UX |
| Oxford White | YZ |
Kona Blue L6 and Wimbledon White N4 were tied to the 50th Anniversary GT in the historical Mustang color data.
2021 Mustang Paint Codes
Important 2021 codes included:
| Factory Color | Code |
|---|---|
| Twister Orange | CA |
| Grabber Yellow | CB |
| Rapid Red | D4 |
| Velocity Blue | E7 |
| Shadow Black | G1 |
| Antimatter Blue | HX |
| Iconic Silver | JS |
| Carbonized Gray | M7 |
| Race Red | PQ |
| Oxford White | YZ |
Antimatter Blue used code HX. FordMasterX also has a dedicated Ford Antimatter Blue paint code reference for owners matching that color.
2022 and 2023 Mustang Codes
Ford added or continued colors such as Grabber Blue AE, Atlas Blue B3, Rapid Red D4, Eruption Green FA, Shadow Black G1, Iconic Silver JS, Carbonized Gray M7, Race Red PQ, and Oxford White YZ.
The 2023 Mach 1 also offered Fighter Jet Gray NE, while Mischievous Purple used P2.
S650 Mustang Paint Codes From 2024 to 2026
The S650 generation has the best documented current paint data because Ford publishes color and trim order guides.
2024 Ford Mustang Paint Code Chart
| Factory Color | Code |
|---|---|
| Grabber Blue Metallic | AE |
| Atlas Blue Metallic | B3 |
| Rapid Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat | D4 |
| Blue Ember Metallic | E1 |
| Shadow Black | G1 |
| Dark Matter Gray Metallic | HY |
| Iconic Silver Metallic | JS |
| Vapor Blue Metallic | K1 |
| Carbonized Gray Metallic | M7 |
| Race Red | PQ |
| Yellow Splash Metallic Tri-Coat | RH |
| Oxford White | YZ |
Blue Ember E1 was associated with the Dark Horse. Ford’s 2024 order information confirms the other main S650 exterior color codes.
2025 Ford Mustang Paint Code Chart
| Factory Color | Code |
|---|---|
| Grabber Blue Metallic | AE |
| Intense Lime Yellow Metallic | B7 |
| Molten Magenta Metallic Tri-Coat | DT |
| Blue Ember Metallic | E1 |
| Shadow Black | G1 |
| Iconic Silver Metallic | JS |
| Vapor Blue Metallic | K1 |
| Carbonized Gray Metallic | M7 |
| Wimbledon White | N4 |
| Race Red | PQ |
| Oxford White | YZ |
Wimbledon White N4 returned with the 60th Anniversary Package, while Blue Ember remained associated with Dark Horse configurations. Ford’s 2025 Mustang order guide confirms the principal paint order codes.
Oxford White has remained one of Ford’s most recognizable paint codes. FordMasterX’s Ford Oxford White paint code guide covers that code in more detail.
2026 Ford Mustang Paint Code Chart
| Factory Color | Code |
|---|---|
| Adriatic Blue Metallic | B2 |
| Avalanche Gray | DR |
| Molten Magenta Metallic Tinted Clearcoat | DT |
| Shadow Black | G1 |
| Vapor Blue Metallic | K1 |
| Carbonized Gray Metallic | M7 |
| Orange Fury Metallic Tri-Coat | NL |
| Race Red | PQ |
| Oxford White | YZ |
Ford’s March 27, 2026 Mustang order guide identifies Adriatic Blue Metallic B2 and Orange Fury Metallic Tri-Coat NL as new 2026 paint choices.
Dark Horse availability can differ from EcoBoost and GT models. Ford’s current configurator also lists Blue Ember Metallic on Dark Horse configurations, so always check the exact trim before ordering paint.
How to Match Mustang Touch Up Paint Correctly
Finding the code is only the first part of getting a good paint match.
Use this process:
- Confirm the model year. Paint availability changes from year to year.
- Read the factory code. Use the code on the door-jamb label or classic data plate.
- Match the exact color name. Do not select paint only because the visible shade looks close.
- Check the paint system. Metallic, tinted clearcoat, and tri-coat finishes require the correct repair system.
- Test before the final repair. Existing paint can fade after years of sun and weather exposure.
Ford specifically directs owners to identify the exterior paint code from the door-jamb label before using its Motorcraft touch-up paint cross-reference.
Modern Ford finishes commonly use a basecoat and clearcoat system. Some Mustang colors, including Rapid Red, Yellow Splash, Molten Magenta, and Orange Fury, have more complex finish descriptions that should be matched exactly.
What to Do When the Mustang Paint Code Is Missing
Do not choose a color by sight if the label or data plate is missing.
A Mustang may have:
- a replaced driver’s door
- a damaged certification label
- a missing classic data plate
- a previous full-body repaint
- a custom color that no longer matches the original factory specification
For a classic Mustang, documentation such as the original data plate information and restoration records can help establish the factory finish.
For a repainted car, a body shop can scan the existing paint and mix a formula closer to its current appearance. That can produce a better repair than blindly using the original factory code on badly faded paint.
Which Mustang Paint Code Should You Use
For most Mustangs, use the paint code printed on the original car, then verify it against the correct model year.
Do not rely on a color name alone. Oxford White, Grabber Blue, Race Red, and other names appear across multiple Ford model years, while paint formulas and availability can differ.
If your Mustang still has its original label, the model year plus EXT PNT code gives you the strongest starting point for ordering touch-up paint or planning a body repair.
5 Common Mustang Paint Code Questions
What Does EXT PNT Mean on a Ford Mustang?
EXT PNT means exterior paint. Ford places the exterior paint code next to this label on the Safety Compliance Certification Label used on modern Mustangs.
Can Two Mustang Years Use the Same Paint Code?
Yes. Ford carries some colors across multiple Mustang model years. Race Red PQ, Oxford White YZ, Shadow Black G1, and Carbonized Gray M7 are examples of codes that appear in more than one recent model year.
Can I Find My Mustang Paint Color From the VIN?
The easiest owner lookup is normally the factory paint code on the car’s certification label, not the VIN itself. Ford specifically instructs owners to find the EXT PNT code on the door-jamb label when identifying touch-up paint.
Where Is the Paint Code on a Classic Mustang?
Classic Mustangs use the body data plate mounted on the car rather than the modern EXT PNT certification-label format. Find the color field and compare that code with a year-specific Mustang paint chart.
Is the Mustang Paint Code Enough for Touch Up Paint?
The code identifies the factory color, but the existing finish can fade with age. Match the code and model year first, then confirm whether the paint requires a standard basecoat, metallic system, tinted clearcoat, or tri-coat before starting the repair.
