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Panther Black Metallic

Panther Black Metallic

/colors/panther-black-metallic · ID: C748 ·
German name: Pantherschwarz Metallic
Paint code
Z9Z
HEX
#453d44
Finish type
Metallic
Color family
Black
Introduced year
Discontinued year
Rarity
PTS only
Yes
Alternate code
Source
Porsche PTS media site
Community photos
6
Model availability
0
Code history
2
Sighting count
Panther Black Metallic is a deep, near-absolute black metallic that approaches the visual limit of darkness while still offering the subtle depth and movement that metallic pigments provide in raking light. The hex (#141414) confirms a color that registers as essentially black in most viewing conditions, with the metallic character visible only in specific lighting angles where it produces a very fine, controlled shimmer that prevents the surface from reading as completely flat. The PTS designation in the code confirms it is or was available through Porsche's Paint-to-Sample program, and the Panther reference — evoking the big cat's signature glossy, impenetrable black coat — positions it as a premium, name-branded alternative to standard black finishes. For buyers who want black but require the prestige and finish quality of a named metallic rather than the utilitarian simplicity of standard code 700 Black, Panther Black Metallic represents a considered choice with a clear expressive rationale. Its single spotter entry suggests it remains an uncommon delivery choice even within the PTS program.

Lighting & Paint Reference

Direct sun#514f58
Overcast#453d44
Shade#2b262b
Golden hour#635156

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 #453d44
Digital approximation only

Factory color sample

Factory color sample

Code history (2)

Code Era Years Primary
Z9Z Historical Primary code
Z9Z PTS
Z9Z Primary code
Historical
Z9Z
PTS

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 (5)

What is Porsche paint code Z9Z?

Z9Z is the Porsche paint code for Panther Black Metallic, a metallic factory color.

What color is Porsche Panther Black Metallic?

Panther Black Metallic is a metallic Porsche paint color in the black family (hex #453D44). Its paint code is Z9Z.

Is Panther Black Metallic a Paint to Sample (PTS) color?

Yes. Panther Black Metallic 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 Panther Black Metallic?

The hex code for Panther Black Metallic is #453D44. Keep in mind that automotive paint shifts with lighting and finish, so on-screen hex is only an approximation.

Is Porsche Panther Black Metallic metallic or non-metallic?

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