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Azure Blue 356

Azure Blue 356

/colors/azure-blue-356 · ID: C629 ·
German name: Azurblau 356
Paint code
5ZA
HEX
#2e3a4c
Finish type
Solid
Color family
Blue
Introduced year
2024
Discontinued year
Rarity
PTS only
Yes
Alternate code
Source
PaintRef
Community photos
17
Model availability
0
Code history
2
Sighting count
Azure Blue 356 is a rich, medium blue solid with subtle greenish undertones that Porsche describes as "reminiscent of a deep blue sky on a clear day" — at #2e3a4c it is actually quite dark and restrained, sitting in the navy-teal register. Its origin is remarkable: it was first developed for the 992 Carrera GTS Cabriolet America Edition, created in collaboration between Style Porsche, Porsche Exclusive Manufaktur, and representatives from Porsche Cars North America and Porsche Canada Limited — celebrating two anniversaries simultaneously: the 70th anniversary of the 356 America Roadster and the 30th anniversary of the 964 America Roadster. The color is a modern reinterpretation of the historic Azure Blue used on early 356 models from the 1951–1953 period — updated for contemporary paint technology while honoring the original's restrained elegance. Added to the formal PTS catalogue (code 5ZA) in 2024. Four documented examples reflect its status as a new and still-rare PTS option.

Lighting & Paint Reference

Direct sun#364b63
Overcast#2e3a4c
Shade#1e252f
Golden hour#4c4e5e

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 #2e3a4c
Digital approximation only

Factory color sample

Factory color sample

Code history (2)

Code Era Years Primary
5ZA Modern 2024–present Primary code
5ZA PTS
2024–present
5ZA Primary code
Modern
5ZA
PTS

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 (7)

What is Porsche paint code 5ZA?

5ZA is the Porsche paint code for Azure Blue 356, a solid factory color offered since 2024.

What color is Porsche Azure Blue 356?

Azure Blue 356 is a solid Porsche paint color in the blue family (hex #2E3A4C). Its paint code is 5ZA.

What years was Porsche Azure Blue 356 available?

Azure Blue 356 has been offered since 2024 and is still in production.

Is Porsche Azure Blue 356 still available?

Yes. Azure Blue 356 is currently in production through Porsche's Paint to Sample (PTS) program.

Is Azure Blue 356 a Paint to Sample (PTS) color?

Yes. Azure Blue 356 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 Azure Blue 356?

The hex code for Azure Blue 356 is #2E3A4C. Keep in mind that automotive paint shifts with lighting and finish, so on-screen hex is only an approximation.

Is Porsche Azure Blue 356 metallic or non-metallic?

Azure Blue 356 is a solid (non-metallic) finish — flat pigment with no aluminum flake.