Arctic Silver Metallic

Direct sun#ffffff

Overcast#E1E1E1

Shade#8e8e8e

Golden hour#fff5f3

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 #E1E1E1

Digital approximation only

Model availability (27)

Code history (3)

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 (9)

What is Porsche paint code 92U?

92U is the Porsche paint code for Arctic Silver Metallic, a metallic factory color.

What color is Porsche Arctic Silver Metallic?

Arctic Silver Metallic is a metallic Porsche paint color in the silver family (hex #E1E1E1). Its paint code is 92U.

Which Porsche models came in Arctic Silver Metallic?

Arctic Silver Metallic was offered on the Porsche 911, 928, 968, Boxster, Cayman.

What does Porsche Arctic Silver Metallic look like on a 911?

See real photos of Arctic Silver Metallic (92U) on the Porsche 911 at https://colors.stuttcars.com/colors/arctic-silver-metallic-92u/911.

What does Porsche Arctic Silver Metallic look like on a 928?

See real photos of Arctic Silver Metallic (92U) on the Porsche 928 at https://colors.stuttcars.com/colors/arctic-silver-metallic-92u/928.

What does Porsche Arctic Silver Metallic look like on a 968?

See real photos of Arctic Silver Metallic (92U) on the Porsche 968 at https://colors.stuttcars.com/colors/arctic-silver-metallic-92u/968.

Is Arctic Silver Metallic a Paint to Sample (PTS) color?

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

What is the hex code for Porsche Arctic Silver Metallic?

The hex code for Arctic Silver Metallic is #E1E1E1. Keep in mind that automotive paint shifts with lighting and finish, so on-screen hex is only an approximation.

Is Porsche Arctic Silver Metallic metallic or non-metallic?

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