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Jarama Beige

/colors/jarama-beige · ID: C783 ·
German name: jaramabeige
Paint code
M1W
HEX
#AD9A7B
Finish type
Solid
Color family
Beige
Introduced year
Discontinued year
Rarity
PTS only
No
Alternate code
Source
Rennbow
Community photos
0
Model availability
6
Code history
1
Sighting count
Jarama Beige (Jaramabeige, code M1W) is a warm, golden-tan solid at #AD9A7B — a composed, medium-depth beige with enough yellow and caramel in its base to read as genuinely warm rather than neutral, flattering the bodywork of the early Cayenne with an earthy luxury that was fashionable in the mid-2000s European luxury market. The name references the Jarama racing circuit north of Madrid, connecting the colour to Porsche's broader practice of naming beiges and neutrals after storied motorsport venues. Rennbow describes Jarama Beige as a warm, golden-tan hue with a hint of caramel — rich enough to feel luxurious, yet understated enough to let the car's lines do the talking — noting that in sunlight it glows with a soft metallic warmth and in shade settles into a smooth, sandy beige with a hint of depth, like sunbaked stone. Rennbow documents it on the Boxster in 2008, the Cayenne from 2003 to 2006, and the Cayman in 2008. Six documented community examples, the majority from Cayenne owners, reflect a colour that was broadly available during the first-generation Cayenne's production run without ever becoming the dominant choice.

Lighting & Paint Reference

Direct sun#ccc7a0
Overcast#AD9A7B
Shade#6b6150
Golden hour#cbae8d

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 #AD9A7B
Digital approximation only

Model availability (6)

Model Generation Years Tier
Boxster Generation987 Years2008 Standard
Cayenne Years2003, 2004, 2005, 2006 Standard
Cayman Generation987C Years2008 Standard

Code history (1)

Code Era Years Primary
M1W Historical Primary code
M1W 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 (9)

What is Porsche paint code M1W?

M1W is the Porsche paint code for Jarama Beige, a solid factory color.

What color is Porsche Jarama Beige?

Jarama Beige is a solid Porsche paint color in the beige family (hex #AD9A7B). Its paint code is M1W.

Which Porsche models came in Jarama Beige?

Jarama Beige was offered on the Porsche Boxster, Cayenne, Cayman.

What does Porsche Jarama Beige look like on a Boxster?

See real photos of Jarama Beige (M1W) on the Porsche Boxster at https://colors.stuttcars.com/colors/jarama-beige/boxster.

What does Porsche Jarama Beige look like on a Cayenne?

See real photos of Jarama Beige (M1W) on the Porsche Cayenne at https://colors.stuttcars.com/colors/jarama-beige/cayenne.

What does Porsche Jarama Beige look like on a Cayman?

See real photos of Jarama Beige (M1W) on the Porsche Cayman at https://colors.stuttcars.com/colors/jarama-beige/cayman.

Is Jarama Beige a Paint to Sample (PTS) color?

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

What is the hex code for Porsche Jarama Beige?

The hex code for Jarama Beige is #AD9A7B. Keep in mind that automotive paint shifts with lighting and finish, so on-screen hex is only an approximation.

Is Porsche Jarama Beige metallic or non-metallic?

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