(Black : GM : 1985 - 1986)
This code is listed in our database as a cross-reference to PPG code 3752; therefore, the results below are from that code.

1985 paint by GM with a promotional name of Black. This black automotive paint color is most commonly known as simply 'Black'. The color formulation has been used between 1985 and 1986, primarily by GM; but also by Buick, Chevrolet, Oldsmobile, and Pontiac. See the full detailed list below.

The short make/year code for this paint on a GM in 1985, is 17. 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: 17. The longer GM paint manufacturing code, sometimes called the "Fisher paint code", is WA8523. This longer manufacturing code is useful for tracking paint usage.

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Usage list 1985 GM Black paint (more information)

year	make	model	code	paint name	comment
				Black	|PPG/Dupont Cross-Ref 1990|
	GM		17	Black	pearl, 84-86, |Autocolor Colour Register 1998-1999|
1985	Buick	Buick	17	Black	metallic color
1985	GM		17	Black	metallic color, base and clearcoat
1985	Oldsmobile	Oldsmobile	17	Black	metallic color
1985	Pontiac	Pontiac	17	Black	metallic color
1986	Buick	Buick	17	Black	metallic color, base and clearcoat
1986	Chevrolet	Chevrolet	17	Black	metallic color, base and clearcoat
1986	GM		17	Black	metallic color, base and clearcoat
1986	Oldsmobile	Oldsmobile	17	Black	metallic color, base and clearcoat
1986	Pontiac	Pontiac	17	Black	metallic color, base and clearcoat

Paint Manufacturer Codes
GM(Fisher code) : WA8523
Make/Year Code : 17
PPG/Ditzler : 3752
Dupont : B8537
Sherwin Williams : 34421
RM/BASF : 15007
Glasurit : GM-8523, GM8523
Autocolor ICI Nexa : 1886B

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