(Pastel Blue : Ford : 1973 - 1975)
This blue automotive paint color is most commonly known as Pastel Blue. Another common paint color promotional name is Medium Pastel Blue. The color formulation has been used between 1973 and 1975, primarily by Ford; but also by Mercury, Lincoln. See the full detailed list below.

2613 is a paint code for PPG (Pittsburgh Plate Glass) who has been providing automotive paints since 1924 (originally Ditzler Color Company subsidiary acquired in 1928). PPG/Ditzler codes in the 2000 to 9990 range were primarily used on new paint formulations from 1969 to 2003 (except for the 8000 range which has been shades of white since the 1930's). These PPG/Ditzler codes serve as a great way to track the usage of paint between models, makes, years, and manufacturers.

Example of the color Ditzler 2613 See more information on Ditzler code "2613"

Examples of Ditzler code 2613 (click on image for larger/detailed view)


Usage list of Ditzler paint code 2613 (more information)

year	make	model	code	paint name	comment
1973	Ford		3Q	Pastel Blue
1973	Mercury	Mercury	3Q	Pastel Blue
1974	Ford		3Q	Pastel Blue
1974	Mercury	Mercury	3Q	Pastel Blue
1975	Ford		3Q	Pastel Blue
1975	Ford	Mustang	3Q	Pastel Blue
1975	Ford	Thunderbird	3Q	Pastel Blue
1975	Lincoln	Lincoln	3Q	Medium Pastel Blue
1975	Mercury	Mercury	3Q	Medium Pastel Blue

Paint Manufacturer Codes
Ford : M5364A, M5364
Chrysler/Dodge : DT8727
Make/Year Code : 3Q
PPG/Ditzler : 2613
Dupont : 42873, 42873A, 42873D, 42873L
RM/BASF : 2732

back to PaintRef.com homepage