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Glacier White (Modern)

Glacier White (Modern)

/colors/glacier-white-modern · ID: C870 ·
German name: glasurweiß
Paint code
L3AU
HEX
#F9F9F9
Finish type
Solid
Color family
White
Introduced year
—
Discontinued year
—
Rarity
PTS only
No
Alternate code
—
Source
Rennbow
Community photos
36
Model availability
0
Code history
1
Sighting count
—
Precision in paint form—this cool white carries a subtle bluish undertone that feels engineered rather than styled. It's the kind of technical perfection that suits modern Porsche's performance DNA, delivering crisp contrast without warmth.

Lighting & Paint Reference

Direct sun#ffffff
Overcast#F9F9F9
Shade#9d9d9d
Golden hour#ffffff

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 #F9F9F9
Digital approximation only

Code history (1)

Code Era Years Primary
L3AU Historical — Primary code
L3AU Primary code
Historical

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 L3AU?

L3AU is the Porsche paint code for Glacier White (Modern), a solid factory color.

What color is Porsche Glacier White (Modern)?

Glacier White (Modern) is a solid Porsche paint color in the white family (hex #F9F9F9). Its paint code is L3AU.

Is Glacier White (Modern) a Paint to Sample (PTS) color?

No. Glacier White (Modern) was offered as a standard factory color, not as a Paint to Sample option.

What is the hex code for Porsche Glacier White (Modern)?

The hex code for Glacier White (Modern) is #F9F9F9. Keep in mind that automotive paint shifts with lighting and finish, so on-screen hex is only an approximation.

Is Porsche Glacier White (Modern) metallic or non-metallic?

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