Dark Blue Metallic

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German name: Dunkelblau Metallic

Paint code

M5X

HEX

#2B3D49

Finish type

Metallic

Color family

Blue

Introduced year

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Discontinued year

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Rarity

PTS only

Yes

Alternate code

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Source

Porsche PTS media site

Community photos

111

Model availability

Code history

Sighting count

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A workhorse color that appeared across multiple generations, Dark Blue Metallic delivers understated authority without drama. The deep metallic finish catches light subtly, making it equally suitable for daily driving and special occasions. This is blue for those who prefer substance over flash.

Lighting & Paint Reference

Direct sun#334f5f

Overcast#2B3D49

Shade#1d262d

Golden hour#49515b

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 #2B3D49

Digital approximation only

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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FAQ (5)

What is Porsche paint code M5X?

M5X is the Porsche paint code for Dark Blue Metallic, a metallic factory color.

What color is Porsche Dark Blue Metallic?

Dark Blue Metallic is a metallic Porsche paint color in the blue family (hex #2B3D49). Its paint code is M5X.

Is Dark Blue Metallic a Paint to Sample (PTS) color?

Yes. Dark Blue Metallic 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 Dark Blue Metallic?

The hex code for Dark Blue Metallic is #2B3D49. Keep in mind that automotive paint shifts with lighting and finish, so on-screen hex is only an approximation.

Is Porsche Dark Blue Metallic metallic or non-metallic?

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