(Sahara Beige : Chevrolet : 1952 - 1953)
This code is listed in our database as a cross-reference to PPG code 20818; therefore, the results below are from that code.

1952 paint by GM/3879 with short manufacturer/year paint code of 478. This yellow brown automotive paint color is most commonly known as Sahara Beige. Another common paint color promotional name is Brown. The color formulation has been used between 1952 and 1953, primarily by Chevrolet. See the full detailed list below.

The short make/year code for this paint on a 3879 in 1952, is 478. The code 478 is unique to this paint color formulation for this year; therefore, the code can be used along with the manufacturer and year to specify the paint. For example: "478 1952 Chevrolet".

Example of 1952 GM 478 See more information on "1952 GM 478"
or See all paints with a short model/year code of "478"

Usage list 1952 GM 478 paint (more information)

year	make	model	code	paint name	comment
				Brown	|PPG/Dupont Cross-Ref 1990|
1952	Chevrolet	Chevrolet	478	Sahara Beige
1953	Chevrolet	Chevrolet	504	Sahara Beige

Paint Manufacturer Codes
Chrysler/Dodge : DT6050
Make/Year Code : 478, 504
PPG/Ditzler : 20818
Dupont : 93-55979, 246-55979, 1242

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