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Prosecco Metallic

Prosecco Metallic

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German name: Prosecco Metallic
Paint code
1Z5
HEX
#C4B99A
Finish type
Metallic
Color family
Beige
Introduced year
2003
Discontinued year
2007
Rarity
PTS only
No
Alternate code
Source
Factory brochure
Community photos
52
Model availability
5
Code history
1
Sighting count
Prosecco Metallic is a warm, sandy beige metallic that evokes the pale golden color of the Italian wine it is named for — code M1X (1Z5 also cited) renders a color that Rennbow describes as an almost sandy, beige-like shade that is classy and fits the Cayenne perfectly. In sunlight the metallic particles add a gentle shimmer that prevents the color from reading as flat, while the warm beige base remains consistent and composed across lighting conditions. It sits in the champagne-to-sand range of the spectrum, warmer than platinum silvers and cooler than the khaki-gold shades, occupying a distinctive niche among Porsche's large-vehicle neutrals. Prosecco Metallic was offered on the first-generation Cayenne from its 2003 launch through the 2007 model year, making it one of the founding palette choices for a model that established Porsche's SUV identity. In that role it served as the upscale luxury alternative to the silvers and blacks that dominated early Cayenne sales, appealing to buyers who wanted something that communicated refinement rather than sportiness. Surviving early Cayennes in Prosecco Metallic are a moderately common sight on the used market and are appreciated by first-gen Cayenne enthusiasts who value the color's period-appropriate elegance.

Lighting & Paint Reference

Direct sun#e7efc8
Overcast#C4B99A
Shade#797463
Golden hour#e2cdac

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 #C4B99A
Digital approximation only

Model availability (5)

Model Generation Years Tier
Cayenne Generation9PA Years2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007 Metallic

Code history (1)

Code Era Years Primary
1Z5 Modern 2003–2007 Primary code
2003–2007
1Z5 Primary code
Modern

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 1Z5?

1Z5 is the Porsche paint code for Prosecco Metallic, a metallic factory color offered from 2003 to 2007.

What color is Porsche Prosecco Metallic?

Prosecco Metallic is a metallic Porsche paint color in the beige family (hex #C4B99A). Its paint code is 1Z5.

What years was Porsche Prosecco Metallic available?

Prosecco Metallic was offered from 2003 to 2007.

Is Porsche Prosecco Metallic still available?

No. Prosecco Metallic was discontinued in 2007.

Which Porsche models came in Prosecco Metallic?

Prosecco Metallic was offered on the Porsche Cayenne.

What does Porsche Prosecco Metallic look like on a Cayenne?

See real photos of Prosecco Metallic (1Z5) on the Porsche Cayenne at https://colors.stuttcars.com/colors/prosecco-metallic/cayenne.

Is Prosecco Metallic a Paint to Sample (PTS) color?

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

What is the hex code for Porsche Prosecco Metallic?

The hex code for Prosecco Metallic is #C4B99A. Keep in mind that automotive paint shifts with lighting and finish, so on-screen hex is only an approximation.

Is Porsche Prosecco Metallic metallic or non-metallic?

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