Since the launch of Buick models in 1903, there have been various interior and exterior colors introduced, varying with the models and trim levels. All these colors are categorized with specific trim codes and exterior paint codes. If you are planning for the restoration or renovation of your Buick, then you need to know the exact trim code and paint code for your trim level.
In this blog, experts from Seat Cover Solutions, One of the best seat cover providers in the USA, have listed all the possible locations where you can find these codes and provided a comprehensive list of codes to help you identify the right exterior color and interior shade for your Buick. Let's get into the details below to know more.
Where is Trim Code in Buick Found?
Buick and Cadillac, along with all other GM makes, have the interior color codes on the Service Parts Identification sticker. Most of the time, you'll find it in the glove box, but it could also be on the driver-side door pillar or in the spare tire well. The interior color code is located at the bottom right of the sticker and is also one of the RPO codes near the end of the list, ending in the letter "I". Both of these can be helpful when identifying your vehicle's specific trim and paint colors.
Paint Codes Locations for Buick
The paint code for all Buick cars is located on the Service Parts Identification sticker. While the sticker location may vary yearly, it typically looks the same. Most labels are white paper stickers, while more modern ones are silver labels.
Locations for Specific Buick Models
- Allure: #4 in the glove box
- Century: #1 Trunk deck lid
- Enclave: #4 glove box
- Lacrosse: #4 glove box
- Lesabre: #3 spare tire cover
- Lucerne: #3 spare tire cover or spare tire wheel well
- Park Avenue: #3 spare tire cover
- Rainier: #4 in the glove box
- Regal: #1 Trunk deck lid
- Rendezvous: #4 glove box or #5 left rear storage compartment inside door
- Rivera: #2 Right wheel-house or #3 spare tire cover
- Skylark: #3 Spare Tire Cover
- Terraza: #4 glove box
Not Included in the Diagram
- Wagons: Check the spare tire cover underneath the hood deck lid, in the glove box, inside the passenger side rear compartment, behind the rear seat, or in the middle console.
- APV (all-purpose van): Compartment door behind rear well
- Full-size van: Firewall or underneath the hood
Refer to this guide to help locate the trim and paint codes for your Buick vehicle to ensure accurate restoration and maintenance.
Decoding the Buick Paint and Trim Code for Easy Clarity
If you come across a paint and trim code like "TR 16E 19 19T PNT," here's how you can decode it and what it means:
- TR = Trim
- 16E = Greystone Cloth and Vinyl with 60/40 Front Seat (Brahmin cloth and Doeskin grain vinyl) (sales code 163, available on styles 4CX37, 4CX39)
- 19 = Regal Black paint
- 19T = Black vinyl top
- PNT = Paint
2024 Buick Interior Colors
|
Interior |
Color Code |
|
Dark Galvanized Seats with Ebony Interior Accents |
HKE |
|
Whisper Beige Seats with Ebony Interior Accents |
HNC |
|
Ebony Seats with Ebony Interior Accents |
H2U |
|
Whisper Beige Seats with Ebony Interior Accents |
HGF |
2021 Buick Interior Colors
|
Interior |
Color Code |
|
Ebony (Preferred) |
HWK |
|
Ebony (Select 1SD) |
HWI |
|
Ebony (Essence) |
HWF |
|
Whisper Beige w/ Ebony (Preferred) |
HWJ |
|
Whisper Beige w/ Ebony (Select - 1SD) |
HWH |
|
Whisper Beige w/ Ebony (Essence) |
HND |
|
Signet w/ Ebony (Essence) |
HXD |
2020 Buick Interior Colors
|
Interior |
Color Code |
|
Dark Galvanized w/ Ebony (Preferred) |
HK8 |
|
Dark Galvanized w/ Ebony (Essence (1SL) and Premium (1SN) |
HKE |
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Shale w/ Ebony (Essence (1SL) and Premium (1SN) |
H8X |
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Brandy w/ Ebony (Essence (1SL) and Premium (1SN) |
HI9 |
|
Ebony w/ Ebony (Avenir (1SP) |
H1Y |
|
Chestnut w/ Ebony (Avenir (1SP) |
HHH |
2018 Buick Interior Colors
|
Interior |
Color Code |
|
Light Neutral with Ebony accents (Envision (1SV), Preferred (1SD) |
H4T |
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Light Neutral with Ebony accents (Essence (1SL), Premium (1SN), Premium II (1SP) |
H36 |
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Ebony (Essence (1SL), Premium (1SN), Premium II (1SP) |
H0Y |
|
Ebony with Dark Plum accents (Essence (1SL), Premium (1SN), Premium II (1SP) |
HHF |
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Chestnut with Ebony accents (Essence (1SL), Premium (1SN), Premium II (1SP) |
HHG |
Special Trim Color and Codes
|
Color |
Code |
|
Black |
028, 088*, 118 |
|
Blue |
001 |
|
Fawn |
021, 111 |
|
Green |
003 |
|
Ivory |
020 |
|
Red |
024 |
|
Saddle |
027, 087* |
|
Silver |
029 |
|
Bucket Seat |
002 |
Special Deluxe Trim Color and Codes
|
Color |
Code |
|
Aqua |
106 |
|
Black |
118 |
|
Blue |
121, 111 |
|
Blue |
101 |
|
Fawn |
103 |
|
Green |
100 |
|
Green |
120 |
|
Red |
127 |
|
Saddle |
129, 119 |
Sportwagon Trim Color and Codes
|
Color |
Code |
|
Blue |
021 |
|
Green |
020 |
|
Red |
027 |
|
Saddle |
029 |
LeSabre Trim
|
Color |
Code |
|
Blue |
401 |
|
Fawn |
403 |
|
Green |
400 |
|
Silver |
402 |
LeSabre Custom Trim
|
Color |
Code |
|
Aqua |
416 |
|
Black |
418 |
|
Black |
428, 478* |
|
Black |
448, 488* |
|
Blue |
411 |
|
Blue |
421, 441 |
|
Fawn |
413 |
|
Red |
427, 447, 487* |
|
Saddle |
429, 449 |
Wildcat Trim
|
Color |
Code |
|
Blue |
401 |
|
Fawn |
403 |
|
Green |
400 |
|
Silver |
402 |
Wildcat Deluxe Trim
|
Color |
Code |
|
Aqua |
416 |
|
Black |
428, 478 |
|
Black |
448, 488 |
|
Black |
418 |
|
Blue |
411 |
|
Blue |
421, 441 |
|
Fawn |
413 |
|
Red |
427, 447, 487 |
|
Saddle |
429, 449 |
Wildcat Custom Trim
|
Color |
Code |
|
Black |
658, 678* |
|
Blue |
671*, 651 |
|
Green/Ivory |
654, 674* |
|
Ivory |
674 |
|
Red |
657, 677 |
|
Saddle |
679*, 659 |
Electra Trim
|
Color |
Code |
|
Aqua |
636 |
|
Blue |
631 |
|
Fawn |
633 |
|
Green/Ivory |
654, 674* |
|
Silver |
632 |
Electra Custom Trim
|
Color |
Code |
|
Black |
698, 688* |
|
Blue |
641 |
|
Blue |
691 |
|
Fawn |
643 |
|
Gray |
642 |
|
Green |
640 |
|
Green |
690 |
|
Ivory |
694 |
|
Red |
697 |
|
Saddle |
699, 689* |
Riviera Trim
|
Color |
Code |
|
Black |
618* |
|
Black |
608*, 628 |
|
Blue |
611* |
|
Blue |
601* |
|
Fawn |
613* |
|
Green |
610* |
|
Green |
620* |
|
Ivory |
624* |
|
Saddle |
609, 629* |
Exterior Paint Color and Codes
|
Paint Name |
Paint Code |
|
White Diamond Metallic Tricoat |
GBN/WA800J/98 |
|
Dark Sapphire Blue Metallic |
G1M/WA410Y |
|
Champagne/Sparkling Silver Metallic |
GWT/WA102V |
|
Dark Chocolate Metallic |
G1F/WA406Y |
|
Smoky Gray Metallic |
GLJ/WA810T |
|
Black Diamond Pearl |
GLK/WA815T |
|
Black/Carbon Black/Black Onyx |
GBA/WA8555/41 |
|
Crystal/Claret Red Tricoat |
GBE/WA505Q/89 |
|
Olympic/Summit White |
GAZ/WA8624/50 |
|
Quicksilver/Switchblade Silver Metallic |
GAN/WA636R/17U/17 |
|
Brilliant/Coastal Blue Metallic |
GQM/BT3/WA895T |
|
Carbon Black/Flash Metallic |
GAR/WA501Q/58 |
|
Cocoa Silver Metallic |
GYL/WA206V |
|
Deep Espresso Brown/Rosewood Metallic |
GYO/WA204V |
|
Ruby/Winterberry Red Metallic |
GCS/WA681R |
|
Satin Steel/Satin Steel Gray Metallic |
GYM/WA205V |
|
Snowflake White/White Pearl Tricoat |
GYN/WA203V |
Conclusion
In this blog, we've provided a comprehensive list of all the interior trim codes and exterior paint codes for various Buick models. When planning for the Buick restoration process, you also need to consider the condition of your seats. If your original seats are up-to-date, you can enhance the interiors with seat covers instead of changing the seats.
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