body paint code
 

I have a 1987 560SL. Roadster
Where would I find ther paint code for the color of the vehicle?

Its Some sort of Silver/Grey varient

I thought the color would be in the VIN code as well but was informed by the local body shop it does not identify color.... but I can ge the VIN no problem

A typical Mercedes Benz paint color code is 3 digits long and contains numbers only. Older codes may have a prefix of DB followed by a three digit number such as DB-723. Check the #1 driver side door jamb, #2 the radiator crossover or support bar, and also in the #3 engine compartment adhered to the underside of the hood.

In the older girls the plate will contain 4 rows of 3 digit alpha numeric or numeric strings. The paint code will be the fourth group in the top row.

Answer
 

http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/tools-tricks-supplies/145136-paint-codes-leather-codes.html

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