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Seville Red Metallic

/colors/seville-red-metallic · ID: C763 ·
German name: Sevillarot Metallic
Paint code
Z3C
HEX
#493133
Finish type
Metallic
Color family
Red
Introduced year
Discontinued year
Rarity
PTS only
Yes
Alternate code
Source
Porsche PTS media site
Community photos
0
Model availability
0
Code history
2
Sighting count
Seville Red Metallic (Z3C) is a rich, deep metallic red with a warm, earthy quality that Porsche describes as an homage to the southern Spanish city of Seville — a place associated with terracotta rooftiles, ochre walls, and the warm golds and reds of Andalusian architecture. The color sits closer to a dark burgundy-red than to a true fire-engine red, with a warmth and depth that distinguishes it from the cooler, more saturated reds in Porsche's standard palette. The metallic finish adds complexity without excessive sparkle, keeping the color refined and serious. Originally developed by Audi — where it appears as Sevillarot Metallic under code LZ3C on models including the A6, A7, and A8 — it was incorporated into Porsche's expanded Paint to Sample catalog in 2023. Rennbow places it in the brown color family despite its red classification, reflecting the warm, earthy character that sets it apart from conventional reds. On Porsches it has been documented on the Cayenne and other models as a PTS commission, where its richness suits both the SUV's larger body surfaces and the more intimate scale of sports cars.

Lighting & Paint Reference

Direct sun#563f42
Overcast#493133
Shade#2d2021
Golden hour#674545

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 #493133
Digital approximation only

Factory color sample

Factory color sample

Code history (2)

Code Era Years Primary
Z3C Historical Primary code
Z3C PTS
Z3C Primary code
Historical
Z3C
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 Z3C?

Z3C is the Porsche paint code for Seville Red Metallic, a metallic factory color.

What color is Porsche Seville Red Metallic?

Seville Red Metallic is a metallic Porsche paint color in the red family (hex #493133). Its paint code is Z3C.

Is Seville Red Metallic a Paint to Sample (PTS) color?

Yes. Seville Red 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 Seville Red Metallic?

The hex code for Seville Red Metallic is #493133. Keep in mind that automotive paint shifts with lighting and finish, so on-screen hex is only an approximation.

Is Porsche Seville Red Metallic metallic or non-metallic?

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