914 Olympic Blue

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German name: 914 Olympblau

Paint code

Z16

HEX

#48C7E8

Finish type

Solid

Color family

Blue

Introduced year

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Discontinued year

—

Rarity

PTS only

Yes

Alternate code

—

Source

Porsche PTS media site

Community photos

196

Model availability

Code history

Sighting count

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914 Olymp Blue is a vivid, light sky-blue solid with a bright, fresh character — at #48C7E8 it reads as a clear, saturated turquoise-tinted blue that captures the crisp quality of a high-altitude sky, which the Olympic reference suggests. It is one of the more striking light blues in the air-cooled era catalogue, sitting between baby blue and turquoise without fully committing to either. Originally offered on the 914, it has since been made available through Porsche's PTS programme, where it has found appreciation among buyers seeking an authentic connection to the early 1970s mid-engine era. The 914 platform's association with accessible, expressive color choices makes Olymp Blue particularly appropriate — sixteen documented Carrera RS 2.7 cars were built in this code according to Porsche records.

Lighting & Paint Reference

Direct sun#55ffff

Overcast#48C7E8

Shade#367a8c

Golden hour#66dbfa

Non-metallic solids appear consistent in color under different lighting, but perceived brightness changes significantly. The image above simulates how this color appears in different environments. HEX values are only digital approximations.

Manufacturer sample

Simulated mirror gradient

Hex #48C7E8

Digital approximation only

Code history (2)

Understanding Porsche paint codes

Format	Example	Era	Notes
4-digit number	6082	1950s–60s	1950s–60s original numbering system. No prefix required.
3-digit alphanumeric	80K	1970s to present	Most common format. The L prefix on the sticker is interchangeable — you can enter it with or without the L.
L + 3 digits	L700	1970s to present	The L prefix is interchangeable — L700 and 700 return the same result.
M + 2 digits	M50	2010s to present	Modern metallic, pearl, and special-effect paint format. Note: O is not zero.
2–3 digits + letter	39Z	1990s–2000s	Used in the 993 and 996 eras. The L prefix on the sticker is optional.
3-digit new code	2BS	2020s to present	Latest-generation code, used for the 992 era and Taycan colors.

6082 4-digit number 1950s–60s

1950s–60s original numbering system. No prefix required.

80K 3-digit alphanumeric 1970s to present

Most common format. The L prefix on the sticker is interchangeable — you can enter it with or without the L.

L700 L + 3 digits 1970s to present

The L prefix is interchangeable — L700 and 700 return the same result.

M50 M + 2 digits 2010s to present

Modern metallic, pearl, and special-effect paint format. Note: O is not zero.

39Z 2–3 digits + letter 1990s–2000s

Used in the 993 and 996 eras. The L prefix on the sticker is optional.

2BS 3-digit new code 2020s to present

Latest-generation code, used for the 992 era and Taycan colors.

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FAQ (5)

What is Porsche paint code Z16?

Z16 is the Porsche paint code for 914 Olympic Blue, a solid factory color.

What color is Porsche 914 Olympic Blue?

914 Olympic Blue is a solid Porsche paint color in the blue family (hex #48C7E8). Its paint code is Z16.

Is 914 Olympic Blue a Paint to Sample (PTS) color?

Yes. 914 Olympic Blue is exclusively available through Porsche's Paint to Sample (PTS) program, which adds approximately $11,430 to the build price and a 3-month lead time.

What is the hex code for Porsche 914 Olympic Blue?

The hex code for 914 Olympic Blue is #48C7E8. Keep in mind that automotive paint shifts with lighting and finish, so on-screen hex is only an approximation.

Is Porsche 914 Olympic Blue metallic or non-metallic?

914 Olympic Blue is a solid (non-metallic) finish — flat pigment with no aluminum flake.