Mexico Blue

/colors/mexico-blue · ID: C048 ·

German name: Mexikoblau

Paint code

336

HEX

#00ACEC

Finish type

Solid

Color family

Blue

Introduced year

1972

Discontinued year

1973

Rarity

PTS only

Yes

Alternate code

—

Source

Rennbow

Community photos

190

Model availability

Code history

Sighting count

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Mexico Blue (code 336 / Mexicoblau) is one of the most beloved and culturally significant colors in Porsche's entire history — a vivid, turquoise-adjacent light blue non-metallic solid that has been available, with brief interruptions, on the 911 from 1974 to the present, making it one of the longest continuously offered colors in the catalog. Porsche's own description characterizes it as a light to medium blue with subtle greenish undertones, evoking the color of the Caribbean Sea and light blue agave — a vivid, exotic hue that captures the tropical energy of its geographic name. The color became culturally famous in North America through the story of Jerry Seinfeld's personal 1996 993, reportedly the last Mexico Blue 993 produced — an association that elevated the color's profile significantly in the collector community. The non-metallic finish gives it a timeless look that Porsche's marketing specifically notes, and its availability across virtually every 911 generation has made it a benchmark for enthusiasts who want a color with both historical depth and current availability.

Lighting & Paint Reference

Direct sun#00deff

Overcast#00ACEC

Shade#0d698c

Golden hour#1ec0fe

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 #00ACEC

Digital approximation only

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 (7)

What is Porsche paint code 336?

336 is the Porsche paint code for Mexico Blue, a solid factory color offered from 1972 to 1973.

What color is Porsche Mexico Blue?

Mexico Blue is a solid Porsche paint color in the blue family (hex #00ACEC). Its paint code is 336.

What years was Porsche Mexico Blue available?

Mexico Blue was offered from 1972 to 1973.

Is Porsche Mexico Blue still available?

No. Mexico Blue was discontinued in 1973.

Is Mexico Blue a Paint to Sample (PTS) color?

Yes. Mexico Blue 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 Mexico Blue?

The hex code for Mexico Blue is #00ACEC. Keep in mind that automotive paint shifts with lighting and finish, so on-screen hex is only an approximation.

Is Porsche Mexico Blue metallic or non-metallic?

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