What are the colors of the old Honda Civic?

The old Honda Civic was offered in a wide range of colors, with common hues including white, black, silver/gray, red, blue, green, beige or tan, and brown. Exact options varied by year and market, and metallic finishes became more prevalent in later decades.

This article surveys the color palettes that appeared on Civics from the 1970s through the 1990s, organized by era. It highlights typical finishes and regional variations rather than listing a fixed, universal set of colors.

1970s Civics (First and Second Generations)

In the 1970s, color choices tended to favor solid tones with some early metallics and occasional two-toned schemes on certain trims and markets.

• White


• Black


• Silver or gray metallics


• Red


• Blue


• Green (various dark and olive tones)


• Beige or tan


• Brown


• Gold (appearing on some markets/trim levels)

Note: Availability varied widely by country, model, and year. Two-tone paint schemes were more common on certain markets and trims during this era.

1980s Civics (Third and Fourth Generations)

The 1980s expanded the palette with more metallic finishes and brighter hues, while two-tone options persisted on several body styles.

• White


• Black


• Silver/Gray metallic


• Red


• Blue (light to dark shades)


• Green (including darker olive/forest tones)


• Beige/Tan


• Brown/Bronze


• Gold


• Bright regional colors in certain years (varied by market)

As with earlier generations, exact color availability depended on the specific year, trim, and regional market. Metallics became a more common standard option during this decade.

1990s Civics (Fifth and Sixth Generations)