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Black

/colors/black-lo41 · ID: C589 ·
German name: Schwarz
Paint code
LO41
HEX
#000000
Finish type
Solid
Color family
Black
Introduced year
1983
Discontinued year
1990
Rarity
PTS only
No
Alternate code
747
Source
Factory Overview 944
Community photos
579
Model availability
66
Code history
12
Sighting count
—
The ultimate classic that's graced Porsches from the 356 era through today—though it's notoriously difficult to keep looking perfect. Every scratch and swirl mark shows, but when it's clean, nothing matches the drama of a black 911 cutting through traffic.

Lighting & Paint Reference

Direct sun#000000
Overcast#000000
Shade#000000
Golden hour#1e1412

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 #000000
Digital approximation only

Factory color sample

Factory color sample

Model availability (66)

Model Generation Years Tier
356 Generation356 Years1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965 Standard, Special
718 Generation982 Standard
911 Generation996, 997, 991, 992, 964, 993 Years1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, Standard
914 Generation914 Years1971, Standard, Special Order
924 Generation924 Standard
928 Generation928 Years1993, Standard
944 Generation944/951 Years1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987, 1988, 1989, 1990 Standard
968 Generation968 Standard
Boxster Generation986, 987, 981 Years1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, Standard
Cayenne Generation92A, 9YA/9YB, 9PA Years2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, Standard
Cayman Generation987C, 981C Standard
Macan Generation95B, J1 Standard
Panamera Generation970, 971, 972 Standard
Taycan GenerationY1A Standard

Code history (12)

Code Era Years Primary
LO41 Alt format 1983–1990 Primary code
041 Early era 1956–present
5701 356A 1957–1959
6013 356B 1960–1961
6213 356 (1963) 1962–1963
6413 356C 1964–1965
6609 F-Series 911 1965–1967
741 928/993 era —
747 928/993 era (alt) —
1010 914 —
700 G-Series ?–1972
719 928 era —
1956–present
041
Early era
1957–1959
5701
356A
1960–1961
6013
356B
1962–1963
6213
356 (1963)
1964–1965
6413
356C
1965–1967
6609
F-Series 911
1983–1990
LO41 Primary code
Alt format
?–1972
700
G-Series
741
928/993 era
747
928/993 era (alt)
1010
914
719
928 era

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 (11)

What is Porsche paint code LO41?

LO41 is the Porsche paint code for Black, a solid factory color offered from 1983 to 1990.

What color is Porsche Black?

Black is a solid Porsche paint color in the black family (hex #000000). Its paint code is LO41.

What years was Porsche Black available?

Black was offered from 1983 to 1990.

Is Porsche Black still available?

No. Black was discontinued in 1990.

Which Porsche models came in Black?

Black was offered on the Porsche 911, Boxster, 914, 356, Cayenne, 928, 944, 718, 924, 968, Cayman, Macan, Panamera, Taycan.

What does Porsche Black look like on a 911?

See real photos of Black (LO41) on the Porsche 911 at https://colors.stuttcars.com/colors/black-lo41/911.

What does Porsche Black look like on a Boxster?

See real photos of Black (LO41) on the Porsche Boxster at https://colors.stuttcars.com/colors/black-lo41/boxster.

What does Porsche Black look like on a 914?

See real photos of Black (LO41) on the Porsche 914 at https://colors.stuttcars.com/colors/black-lo41/914.

Is Black a Paint to Sample (PTS) color?

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

What is the hex code for Porsche Black?

The hex code for Black is #000000. Keep in mind that automotive paint shifts with lighting and finish, so on-screen hex is only an approximation.

Is Porsche Black metallic or non-metallic?

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