(Buff : Ford : 1974 - 1977)
This code is listed in our database as a cross-reference to PPG code 2619; therefore, the results below are from that code.

This brown automotive paint color is most commonly known as Buff. Other common color promotional names include Brown, Tan, and Autumn Tan (Buff). The color formulation has been used between 1974 and 1977, primarily by Ford; but also by Lincoln. See the full detailed list below.

The short make/year code for this paint on a 31787 in 1977, is 3. Careful when using this paint code along with the make and year to specify this paint since it is may not be unique. You can check the paint code here: 3. The longer Ford paint manufacturing code is M5297 or M5297A. Ford production paint codes starting with M are usually followed by a 4 digit number and the letter "A" indicating its an exterior paint. For example, the same code ending in the letter "G" is common for accent paints. These longer manufacturing codes are useful for tracking paint usage.

Example of 1977 Ford Truck Tan See more information on "1977 Ford Truck Tan"
or see paints with short model/year code of : 3
or See all paints named "Tan"

Usage list 1977 Ford Truck Tan paint (more information)

year	make	model	code	paint name	comment
				Brown	|PPG/Dupont Cross-Ref 1990|
1974	Ford		5V	Buff
1974	Ford	Thunderbird	5V	Buff
1974	Lincoln	Lincoln	5V	Buff
1975	Ford	Ford Truck	K	Autumn Tan (Buff)
1977	Ford	Ford Truck	3	Tan

Paint Manufacturer Codes
Ford : M5297A, M5297
Make/Year Code : K, 5V, 3
PPG/Ditzler : 2619
Dupont : 42845L, 42845, 42845D, 42845A
RM/BASF : 2739

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