Miami Blue
Lighting & Paint Reference
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.
Factory color sample
Model availability (2)
Code history (4)
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. |
Similar Colors ΔE is the color-difference value; the smaller, the more similar.
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FAQ (10)
What is Porsche paint code M5C?
M5C is the Porsche paint code for Miami Blue, a solid factory color offered since 2016.
What color is Porsche Miami Blue?
Miami Blue is a solid Porsche paint color in the blue family (hex #1BBFE8). Its paint code is M5C.
What years was Porsche Miami Blue available?
Miami Blue has been offered since 2016 and is still in production.
Is Porsche Miami Blue still available?
Yes. Miami Blue is currently in production through Porsche's Paint to Sample (PTS) program.
Which Porsche models came in Miami Blue?
Miami Blue was offered on the Porsche 718, 911.
What does Porsche Miami Blue look like on a 718?
See real photos of Miami Blue (M5C) on the Porsche 718 at https://colors.stuttcars.com/colors/miami-blue-m5c/718.
What does Porsche Miami Blue look like on a 911?
See real photos of Miami Blue (M5C) on the Porsche 911 at https://colors.stuttcars.com/colors/miami-blue-m5c/911.
Is Miami Blue a Paint to Sample (PTS) color?
Yes. Miami 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 Miami Blue?
The hex code for Miami Blue is #1BBFE8. Keep in mind that automotive paint shifts with lighting and finish, so on-screen hex is only an approximation.
Is Porsche Miami Blue metallic or non-metallic?
Miami Blue is a solid (non-metallic) finish — flat pigment with no aluminum flake.