GM paint code 5285
Cardinal Red.
- Code
5285(also seen as70,73)- Finish
- Solid
- Colour family
- Red
- Code in use
- 1977–1987 across GM
- Models
- 4
- Screen colour
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GM models with paint code 5285
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 All Models | 1977–1987 ? | Cardinal Red |
| GM Chevrolet | 1977–1987 ? | Cardinal Red |
| GM Heavy Duty Truck | 1977–1987 ? | Cardinal Red |
| GM Medium Duty Truck | 1977–1987 ? | Cardinal Red |
Where to find code 5285 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 Cardinal Red
Ask for GM 5285 and give the model year: paint suppliers mix by code, and some codes have several variants (this one also appears as 70, 73).
This is a solid colour, the easiest kind to match. Most cars from the 1990s on still have a clear coat over it.
Read the touch-up paint guide before you start.