Azurite Blue

Azurite Blue is a deep, rich navy-to-midnight blue solid with a serious, formal character — at #113868 it sits at the darkest end of the blue spectrum without crossing into near-black, carrying a clear and saturated blue identity. The name references azurite, the deep blue copper carbonate mineral. Azurite Blue (Azuritblau, code LY5D) was offered on the transaxle-era 924S from 1987–1988 and the 944 from 1987 through 1991 — a four-to-five year run that makes it one of the more historically available blues of the 1980s Porsche lineup. PCA-market auction listings describe it as "a rarely seen shade" despite its multi-year availability, and a documented 1987 911 Carrera in Azurite Blue with matching blue interior has been noted as a particularly striking survivor. With seven documented community examples it occupies solid but uncommon rarity status.

Lighting & Paint Reference

Direct sun#144887

Overcast#113868

Shade#0f233e

Golden hour#2f4c7a

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 #113868

Digital approximation only

Model availability (7)

Code history (1)

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 (10)

What is Porsche paint code LY5D?

LY5D is the Porsche paint code for Azurite Blue, a solid factory color offered from 1987 to 1988.

What color is Porsche Azurite Blue?

Azurite Blue is a solid Porsche paint color in the blue family (hex #113868). Its paint code is LY5D.

What years was Porsche Azurite Blue available?

Azurite Blue was offered from 1987 to 1988.

Is Porsche Azurite Blue still available?

No. Azurite Blue was discontinued in 1988.

Which Porsche models came in Azurite Blue?

Azurite Blue was offered on the Porsche 924, 944.

What does Porsche Azurite Blue look like on a 924?

See real photos of Azurite Blue (LY5D) on the Porsche 924 at https://colors.stuttcars.com/colors/azurite-blue/924.

What does Porsche Azurite Blue look like on a 944?

See real photos of Azurite Blue (LY5D) on the Porsche 944 at https://colors.stuttcars.com/colors/azurite-blue/944.

Is Azurite Blue a Paint to Sample (PTS) color?

No. Azurite Blue was offered as a standard factory color, not as a Paint to Sample option.

What is the hex code for Porsche Azurite Blue?

The hex code for Azurite Blue is #113868. Keep in mind that automotive paint shifts with lighting and finish, so on-screen hex is only an approximation.

Is Porsche Azurite Blue metallic or non-metallic?

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