Lapis Blue Metallic

Lapis Blue Metallic (Lapisblau Metallic, code 3A8) is a deep, jewel-like blue metallic at #003DA5 — a rich, fully saturated blue named directly for the semi-precious stone lapis lazuli, prized since antiquity for its intense cobalt-blue colour. At its hex value it reads as a strong, medium-dark blue without the violet or grey overtones that characterize nearby shades, giving it a clean, confident identity that suits every generation of 911 and Boxster it appeared on. Rennbow documents it on the 911 from 2001 to 2008, the Boxster in 2001 and 2003–2007, the Cayenne from 2003–2006, and the Cayman in 2006–2007 — a substantial multi-model, multi-year presence across the entire water-cooled era from 996 through early 997. Paint records note that codes 3A8 and 3A9 represent the same formula and are interchangeable, while a later formula change was coded as M5W. Seventeen documented community examples confirm Lapis Blue as one of the more widely documented blues from the water-cooled era.

Lighting & Paint Reference

Direct sun#004fd7

Overcast#003DA5

Shade#07275f

Golden hour#1e51b7

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 #003DA5

Digital approximation only

Model availability (17)

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 (9)

What is Porsche paint code 3A8?

3A8 is the Porsche paint code for Lapis Blue Metallic, a metallic factory color.

What color is Porsche Lapis Blue Metallic?

Lapis Blue Metallic is a metallic Porsche paint color in the blue family (hex #003DA5). Its paint code is 3A8.

Which Porsche models came in Lapis Blue Metallic?

Lapis Blue Metallic was offered on the Porsche 718, 911, Boxster, Cayenne.

What does Porsche Lapis Blue Metallic look like on a 718?

See real photos of Lapis Blue Metallic (3A8) on the Porsche 718 at https://colors.stuttcars.com/colors/lapis-blue-metallic-3a8/718.

What does Porsche Lapis Blue Metallic look like on a 911?

See real photos of Lapis Blue Metallic (3A8) on the Porsche 911 at https://colors.stuttcars.com/colors/lapis-blue-metallic-3a8/911.

What does Porsche Lapis Blue Metallic look like on a Boxster?

See real photos of Lapis Blue Metallic (3A8) on the Porsche Boxster at https://colors.stuttcars.com/colors/lapis-blue-metallic-3a8/boxster.

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

No. Lapis Blue Metallic was offered as a standard factory color, not as a Paint to Sample option.

What is the hex code for Porsche Lapis Blue Metallic?

The hex code for Lapis Blue Metallic is #003DA5. Keep in mind that automotive paint shifts with lighting and finish, so on-screen hex is only an approximation.

Is Porsche Lapis Blue Metallic metallic or non-metallic?

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