Pastel Blue

Pastel Blue is a soft, medium-light solid blue that reads as classically 1960s in character — the hex (#8BADC5) confirms a color in the powder-to-periwinkle blue range, a restrained, non-electric blue with the composed, almost wistful quality that characterized the pastel palette popular on sports cars in the mid-to-late 1960s. Code 321 places it in the three-digit numbering system used for Porsche colors before the 66xx series took over, suggesting it may date from the early-to-mid 1960s 356 or early 911/912 era. Rennbow confirms Pastel Blue on the 911 between 1966 and 1971 — a period when the pastel palette co-existed with increasingly vivid colors as buyers began requesting bolder options. Single spotter entry is consistent with the advancing age of surviving examples in original paint and the general rarity of light blue options from this period.

Lighting & Paint Reference

Direct sun#3392e9

Overcast#2B71B3

Shade#21476b

Golden hour#4985c5

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 #2B71B3

Digital approximation only

Model availability (4)

Code history (1)

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 (10)

What is Porsche paint code 321?

321 is the Porsche paint code for Pastel Blue, a solid factory color offered from 1970 to 1971.

What color is Porsche Pastel Blue?

Pastel Blue is a solid Porsche paint color in the blue family (hex #2B71B3). Its paint code is 321.

What years was Porsche Pastel Blue available?

Pastel Blue was offered from 1970 to 1971.

Is Porsche Pastel Blue still available?

No. Pastel Blue was discontinued in 1971.

Which Porsche models came in Pastel Blue?

Pastel Blue was offered on the Porsche 914, 911.

What does Porsche Pastel Blue look like on a 914?

See real photos of Pastel Blue (321) on the Porsche 914 at https://colors.stuttcars.com/colors/pastel-blue/914.

What does Porsche Pastel Blue look like on a 911?

See real photos of Pastel Blue (321) on the Porsche 911 at https://colors.stuttcars.com/colors/pastel-blue/911.

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

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

What is the hex code for Porsche Pastel Blue?

The hex code for Pastel Blue is #2B71B3. Keep in mind that automotive paint shifts with lighting and finish, so on-screen hex is only an approximation.

Is Porsche Pastel Blue metallic or non-metallic?

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