Graphite Grey

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German name: Graphitgrau

Paint code

7B2

HEX

#454341

Finish type

Solid

Color family

Grey

Introduced year

2014

Discontinued year

—

Rarity

PTS only

Yes

Alternate code

—

Source

Porsche Newsroom

Community photos

Model availability

Code history

Sighting count

—

Lighting & Paint Reference

Direct sun#515655

Overcast#454341

Shade#2b2a29

Golden hour#635753

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 #454341

Digital approximation only

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 (7)

What is Porsche paint code 7B2?

7B2 is the Porsche paint code for Graphite Grey, a solid factory color offered since 2014.

What color is Porsche Graphite Grey?

Graphite Grey is a solid Porsche paint color in the grey family (hex #454341). Its paint code is 7B2.

What years was Porsche Graphite Grey available?

Graphite Grey has been offered since 2014 and is still in production.

Is Porsche Graphite Grey still available?

Yes. Graphite Grey is currently in production through Porsche's Paint to Sample (PTS) program.

Is Graphite Grey a Paint to Sample (PTS) color?

Yes. Graphite Grey 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 Graphite Grey?

The hex code for Graphite Grey is #454341. Keep in mind that automotive paint shifts with lighting and finish, so on-screen hex is only an approximation.

Is Porsche Graphite Grey metallic or non-metallic?

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