Racing Yellow

Racing Yellow is a clear, slightly greener-biased solid yellow that succeeded Speed Yellow as Porsche's standard catalogue yellow from the 991 generation onward — code 1S1 renders a color that Porsche's own media portal describes as the replacement for Speed Yellow beginning with the seventh 911 generation. The PCA calls it slightly greener but no less arresting than Speed Yellow, and carpaints.co confirms it replaced Speed Yellow in 2012 and has served as the standard yellow ever since. The hex (#F5D11F) confirms a yellow with a noticeably fresher, more yellow-green character compared to Speed Yellow's slightly orange warmth. Rennbow confirms it on the 911 from 2012, the Boxster and Cayman from 2012, and both 718 variants, as well as the 918 Spyder — making it one of the most broadly available yellows in Porsche's modern history. Elferspot notes it was the relaunch color for the 991.2 Carrera T in 2018, driving a temporarily elevated take rate on that model. With 19 spotter entries in the database, it is by far the most commonly documented yellow in contemporary Porsche ownership, and it continues as the standard no-cost yellow available across the 911 and 718 lineups today.

Lighting & Paint Reference

Direct sun#ffff28

Overcast#F5D11F

Shade#928020

Golden hour#ffe531

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 #F5D11F

Digital approximation only

Model availability (19)

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 (10)

What is Porsche paint code 1S1?

1S1 is the Porsche paint code for Racing Yellow, a solid factory color offered since 2015.

What color is Porsche Racing Yellow?

Racing Yellow is a solid Porsche paint color in the yellow family (hex #F5D11F). Its paint code is 1S1.

What years was Porsche Racing Yellow available?

Racing Yellow has been offered since 2015 and is still in production.

Is Porsche Racing Yellow still available?

Yes. Racing Yellow is currently in production.

Which Porsche models came in Racing Yellow?

Racing Yellow was offered on the Porsche 718, 911.

What does Porsche Racing Yellow look like on a 718?

See real photos of Racing Yellow (1S1) on the Porsche 718 at https://colors.stuttcars.com/colors/racing-yellow/718.

What does Porsche Racing Yellow look like on a 911?

See real photos of Racing Yellow (1S1) on the Porsche 911 at https://colors.stuttcars.com/colors/racing-yellow/911.

Is Racing Yellow a Paint to Sample (PTS) color?

No. Racing Yellow was offered as a standard factory color, not as a Paint to Sample option.

What is the hex code for Porsche Racing Yellow?

The hex code for Racing Yellow is #F5D11F. Keep in mind that automotive paint shifts with lighting and finish, so on-screen hex is only an approximation.

Is Porsche Racing Yellow metallic or non-metallic?

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