(Reef Blue : Volkswagen : 1974 - 1979)
This code is listed in our database as a cross-reference to PPG code 2883; therefore, the results below are from that code.

1978 paint by Volkswagen with short manufacturer/year paint code of L57H. This blue automotive paint color is most commonly known as Reef Blue. Other common color promotional names include Ocean Blue, Blue, and Brown. The color formulation has been used between 1974 and 1979, primarily by Volkswagen; but also by Toyota. See the full detailed list below.

The short make/year code for this paint on a 51908 in 1978, is L57H. The code L57H 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: "L57H 1978 Volkswagen".

Example of 1978 Volkswagen L57H See more information on "1978 Volkswagen L57H"
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Usage list 1978 Volkswagen L57H paint (more information)

year	make	model	code	paint name	comment
				Blue	|PPG/Dupont Cross-Ref 1990|
1974	Toyota		427	Brown
1976	Volkswagen		L57H	Reef Blue
1976	Volkswagen	Beetle	L57H	Ocean Blue
1976	Volkswagen	VW Bus	L57H	Reef Blue
1977	Volkswagen		L57H,J4	Reef Blue	VW wagon
1977	Volkswagen	VW Bus	L57H,J4	Reef Blue
1978	Volkswagen		L57H	Reef Blue	Bus
1978	Volkswagen	VW Bus	L57H	Reef Blue
1979	Volkswagen	VW Bus	L57H	Reef Blue

Paint Manufacturer Codes
Chrysler/Dodge : DT8807
Make/Year Code : J4, L57H
PPG/Ditzler : 2883
Dupont : 43381

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