hello, my ej8's exterior color is milano red, was wondering what is the difference between R-81 and R-81-5 , they are color code, thanks.

 

R-81 is Milano Red. The 5 at the end just indicates a different batch code usually. If you need parts matched, make sure they have your car's actual color code form the door jamb.

 

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so it is different or same? what is a batch code?

 

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Same color for the most part, but different. They're both Milano Red.

But if you want to get a part of your car repainted, give them YOUR CAR'S paint code. If your car's door jamb reads "R-81-5", then don't tell them just R-81.

Different bathes have slightly different colors. One might be lighter or darker.

Milano Red is a tricoat and can be difficult to match because of it. The paint is rather expensive too.

R-81 is Milano Red.

R-81-5 is Milano Red.

They do not match perfectly though.

 

My car is R-81-5 and it faded slightly different then most R-81 cars.

 

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Lots of Milano Red and other red cars appear to "fade" quickly.

Do a full detail on it and it stands a good chance of having a lot of color restored. If there is clearcoat damage, then it just needs new paint. Detailing can't fix clearcoat damage and usually can't hide it either.