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Satin Black Metallic

Satin Black Metallic

/colors/satin-black-metallic · ID: C577 ·
German name: Satinschwarz Metallic
Paint code
LY9Y
HEX
#363636
Finish type
Metallic
Color family
Black
Introduced year
1987
Discontinued year
1988
Rarity
PTS only
No
Alternate code
—
Source
Factory Overview 924
Community photos
71
Model availability
6
Code history
1
Sighting count
—
A metallic black with the faintest purple undertones that only reveal themselves in direct sunlight. This was the sophisticated choice for late-80s transaxle Porsches, offering depth without the drama of pure black.

Lighting & Paint Reference

Direct sun#404646
Overcast#363636
Shade#222222
Golden hour#544a48

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 #363636
Digital approximation only

Model availability (6)

Model Generation Years Tier
924 Generation924 Years1987, 1988 Metallic
944 Generation944/951 Years1987, 1988, 1989 Metallic
968 Generation968 Years1992 Special Order

Code history (1)

Code Era Years Primary
LY9Y 80s Porsche format 1987–1988 Primary code
1987–1988
LY9Y Primary code
80s Porsche format

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 (11)

What is Porsche paint code LY9Y?

LY9Y is the Porsche paint code for Satin Black Metallic, a metallic factory color offered from 1987 to 1988.

What color is Porsche Satin Black Metallic?

Satin Black Metallic is a metallic Porsche paint color in the black family (hex #363636). Its paint code is LY9Y.

What years was Porsche Satin Black Metallic available?

Satin Black Metallic was offered from 1987 to 1988.

Is Porsche Satin Black Metallic still available?

No. Satin Black Metallic was discontinued in 1988.

Which Porsche models came in Satin Black Metallic?

Satin Black Metallic was offered on the Porsche 944, 924, 968.

What does Porsche Satin Black Metallic look like on a 944?

See real photos of Satin Black Metallic (LY9Y) on the Porsche 944 at https://colors.stuttcars.com/colors/satin-black-metallic/944.

What does Porsche Satin Black Metallic look like on a 924?

See real photos of Satin Black Metallic (LY9Y) on the Porsche 924 at https://colors.stuttcars.com/colors/satin-black-metallic/924.

What does Porsche Satin Black Metallic look like on a 968?

See real photos of Satin Black Metallic (LY9Y) on the Porsche 968 at https://colors.stuttcars.com/colors/satin-black-metallic/968.

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

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

What is the hex code for Porsche Satin Black Metallic?

The hex code for Satin Black Metallic is #363636. Keep in mind that automotive paint shifts with lighting and finish, so on-screen hex is only an approximation.

Is Porsche Satin Black Metallic metallic or non-metallic?

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