Amaranth Red Metallic

Amaranth Red Metallic is a deep, dark red metallic named after the amaranth plant, whose flowers range from deep crimson to rich purple-red — at #77242E it reads as a complex dark red with a pearl-like quality that Porsche's specifications describe as a pearl effect. Code 8L1 confirms its presence in the 991 and 981 model era from approximately 2012 through 2016. With 13 documented community examples it achieved meaningful market penetration, and its complex pearl-metallic red character makes it one of the more unusual dark reds from the 991 generation.

Lighting & Paint Reference

Direct sun#8c2e3c

Overcast#77242E

Shade#461a1f

Golden hour#953840

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 #77242E

Digital approximation only

Model availability (13)

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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Community photos Total 55 photos

FAQ (9)

What is Porsche paint code 8L1?

8L1 is the Porsche paint code for Amaranth Red Metallic, a metallic factory color.

What color is Porsche Amaranth Red Metallic?

Amaranth Red Metallic is a metallic Porsche paint color in the red family (hex #77242E). Its paint code is 8L1.

Which Porsche models came in Amaranth Red Metallic?

Amaranth Red Metallic was offered on the Porsche 911, Boxster, Cayman.

What does Porsche Amaranth Red Metallic look like on a 911?

See real photos of Amaranth Red Metallic (8L1) on the Porsche 911 at https://colors.stuttcars.com/colors/amaranth-red-metallic/911.

What does Porsche Amaranth Red Metallic look like on a Boxster?

See real photos of Amaranth Red Metallic (8L1) on the Porsche Boxster at https://colors.stuttcars.com/colors/amaranth-red-metallic/boxster.

What does Porsche Amaranth Red Metallic look like on a Cayman?

See real photos of Amaranth Red Metallic (8L1) on the Porsche Cayman at https://colors.stuttcars.com/colors/amaranth-red-metallic/cayman.

Is Amaranth Red Metallic a Paint to Sample (PTS) color?

No. Amaranth Red Metallic was offered as a standard factory color, not as a Paint to Sample option.

What is the hex code for Porsche Amaranth Red Metallic?

The hex code for Amaranth Red Metallic is #77242E. Keep in mind that automotive paint shifts with lighting and finish, so on-screen hex is only an approximation.

Is Porsche Amaranth Red Metallic metallic or non-metallic?

Amaranth Red Metallic is a metallic finish — it contains aluminum flake, so it shifts brightness with lighting angle.