Grigio Telesto

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German name: Grigio Telesto

Paint code

Z69

HEX

#404A51

Finish type

Metallic

Color family

Grey

Introduced year

2021

Discontinued year

—

Rarity

PTS only

Yes

Alternate code

—

Source

PaintRef

Community photos

Model availability

Code history

Sighting count

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Lighting & Paint Reference

Direct sun#4c5f69

Overcast#404A51

Shade#292f32

Golden hour#5e5e63

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 #404A51

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 Z69?

Z69 is the Porsche paint code for Grigio Telesto, a metallic factory color offered since 2021.

What color is Porsche Grigio Telesto?

Grigio Telesto is a metallic Porsche paint color in the grey family (hex #404A51). Its paint code is Z69.

What years was Porsche Grigio Telesto available?

Grigio Telesto has been offered since 2021 and is still in production.

Is Porsche Grigio Telesto still available?

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

Is Grigio Telesto a Paint to Sample (PTS) color?

Yes. Grigio Telesto 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 Grigio Telesto?

The hex code for Grigio Telesto is #404A51. Keep in mind that automotive paint shifts with lighting and finish, so on-screen hex is only an approximation.

Is Porsche Grigio Telesto metallic or non-metallic?

Grigio Telesto is a metallic finish — it contains aluminum flake, so it shifts brightness with lighting angle.