GM paint code 512Q
Bluestream Metallic.
- Code
512Q(also seen as85)- Finish
- Metallic
- Colour family
- Blue
- Code in use
- 2008–2013 across GM
- Models
- 3
- Screen colour
#00647Aapproximate
GM models with paint code 512Q
Years are the overlap of the code's years with each model's production years. ≈ production years of the model line, not the exact variant; ? production years not confirmed yet.
| Model | Years | Colour name |
|---|---|---|
| GM Corvette | 2008–2013 | Bluestream Metallic |
| GM Dts | 2008–2011 | Bluestream Metallic |
| GM Xlr | 2008–2009 | Bluestream Metallic |
Where to find code 512Q on your GM
Service Parts Identification (SPID) label. A code starting with WA followed by digits (for example WA8555), or a three-character code such as GAZ; the line often starts with BC/CC and U.
Touch-up paint for Bluestream Metallic
Ask for GM 512Q and give the model year: paint suppliers mix by code, and some codes have several variants (this one also appears as 85).
This is a metallic colour: it needs a basecoat and a clear coat. Pens and aerosols for metallics usually come with a separate clear.
Read the touch-up paint guide before you start.