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Strawberry Red

Strawberry Red

/colors/strawberry-red · ID: strawberry-red ·
German name: Erdbeerrot
Paint code
524
HEX
#B01E0E
Finish type
—
Color family
Red
Introduced year
1951
Discontinued year
1953
Rarity
PTS only
No
Alternate code
—
Source
—
Community photos
26
Model availability
0
Code history
0
Sighting count
—
Strawberry Red (Color Code 524) is one of Porsche’s rarest vintage colorways, famously featured on the early 1950s Porsche 356 Pre-A models.

Lighting & Paint Reference

Direct sun#d02712
Overcast#B01E0E
Shade#65170f
Golden hour#ce3220

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 #B01E0E
Digital approximation only

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 (6)

What is Porsche paint code 524?

524 is the Porsche paint code for Strawberry Red, a solid factory color offered from 1951 to 1953.

What color is Porsche Strawberry Red?

Strawberry Red is a solid Porsche paint color in the red family (hex #B01E0E). Its paint code is 524.

What years was Porsche Strawberry Red available?

Strawberry Red was offered from 1951 to 1953.

Is Porsche Strawberry Red still available?

No. Strawberry Red was discontinued in 1953.

Is Strawberry Red a Paint to Sample (PTS) color?

No. Strawberry Red was offered as a standard factory color, not as a Paint to Sample option.

What is the hex code for Porsche Strawberry Red?

The hex code for Strawberry Red is #B01E0E. Keep in mind that automotive paint shifts with lighting and finish, so on-screen hex is only an approximation.