2017 Toyota Corolla Paint Color Codes and Touch-Up Guide

Keeping your 2017 Toyota Corolla looking sharp means knowing exactly what paint covers its exterior. Whether you are fixing a small rock chip on the hood or touching up a bumper scrape, finding the precise factory paint code is the first step to a seamless repair. Below is your complete guide to 2017 Toyota Corolla paint color codes, where to find them, and how to apply touch-up paint successfully.

Quick reference

Here are the factory exterior colors offered for the 2017 Toyota Corolla. When purchasing touch-up paint, always match the three-digit paint code rather than just the color name.

Note: Availability of certain colors may vary by trim level (e.g., L, LE, SE, XSE). Always confirm your code via your vehicle’s VIN at a dealership or paint supplier if you are unsure.

Where to find your paint code

Toyota makes it relatively easy to locate your paint code, but it helps to know exactly what you are looking for.

1. Open the driver’s side door: Look at the door jamb (the B-pillar where the door latches).
2. Locate the vehicle information sticker: This is a black-and-white (or sometimes white and yellow) sticker that contains your VIN, tire pressure data, and manufacturing details.
3. Find the "C/TR" line: Near the bottom of this sticker, you will see the letters C/TR, which stands for Color and Trim.
4. Identify the code: The first three characters immediately following "C/" make up your paint code (for example, C/TR: 1F7/FB21 means your paint code is 1F7).

Best touch-up paint sources

Once you have your three-digit code, you have several reliable options for purchasing high-quality touch-up paint:

• AutomotiveTouchup: Highly recommended for custom-mixed paints that perfectly match OEM specifications. They offer paint pens, brush-in-cap bottles, and aerosol spray cans.
• Dupli-Color: A readily available option found in most major auto parts stores. Dupli-Color offers exact-match pens and sprays that are great for quick DIY fixes on standard metallic and solid colors.
• Tcoat custom-mix: Great for professional-grade touch-ups, providing high-quality custom mixes that yield excellent durability and finish.
• Toyota Dealership: If you want absolute certainty, visit your local Toyota parts department. Dealerships sell OEM paint pens (typically with a built-in abrasive tip and clear coat) mapped exactly to your VIN.

How to use touch-up paint

For a repair that lasts and blends in seamlessly, preparation and patience are key. Follow these steps:

1. Clean: Wash the area thoroughly with soap and water. Once dry, use a wax and grease remover or rubbing alcohol to eliminate any lingering contaminants inside the chip or scratch.
2. Primer: If the scratch goes all the way down to bare metal or plastic, apply a dab of automotive primer. Let it dry completely (usually 20-30 minutes).
3. Base Coat: Shake your paint well. Apply the color base coat in thin, light layers. Do not try to fill the chip in one go; apply a small amount, let it dry for 15-20 minutes, and repeat until the paint is just below the level of the surrounding original clear coat.
4. Clear Coat: After the final base coat has dried completely (wait at least an hour), apply the clear coat. The clear coat protects the color and provides the glossy finish that matches the rest of your Corolla.

Color matching tips for pearls and tri-coats

If your 2017 Corolla is painted in Blizzard Pearl (070), you have a tri-coat paint finish. Tri-coats require a special three-step process: a solid white base coat, a semi-transparent mid-coat (which contains the pearl flakes), and a final clear coat.

When touching up tri-coats, practice on a piece of scrap metal or cardboard first. The final color depends heavily on how many layers of the pearl mid-coat you apply. Too few, and the repair will look too stark white; too many, and it will look overly dark or yellowed.

For metallic paints like Barcelona Red or Magnetic Gray, ensure you shake the paint vigorously before and during application. Metallic flakes settle quickly, and failing to mix them will result in a flat, mismatched spot.

If your paint damage is extensive, a touch-up pen simply won't cut it. For severe scrapes, large patches of peeling clear coat, or heavy collision damage, it is best to leave it to the professionals. Find a trusted body shop on Repairius.