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Zermatt Silver Metallic

Zermatt Silver Metallic

/colors/zermatt-silver-metallic-ly7y · ID: C592 ·
German name: Zermattsilber Metallic
Paint code
LY7Y
HEX
#7A7A7A
Finish type
Metallic
Color family
Silver
Introduced year
1983
Discontinued year
1989
Rarity
PTS only
No
Alternate code
—
Source
Factory Overview 944
Community photos
56
Model availability
9
Code history
1
Sighting count
—
Named after the Swiss ski town, this warm silver appeared across multiple model lines in the late '80s and early '90s. The metallic flake adds depth while maintaining the sophisticated, understated character that made it a popular choice during Porsche's transitional era.

Lighting & Paint Reference

Direct sun#909d9f
Overcast#7A7A7A
Shade#4d4d4d
Golden hour#988e8c

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 #7A7A7A
Digital approximation only

Model availability (9)

Model Generation Years Tier
924 Generation924 Metallic
944 Generation944/951 Years1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987, 1988, 1989 Metallic
968 Generation968 Years1992 Special Order

Code history (1)

Code Era Years Primary
LY7Y 80s Porsche format 1983–1989 Primary code
1983–1989
LY7Y 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 LY7Y?

LY7Y is the Porsche paint code for Zermatt Silver Metallic, a metallic factory color offered from 1983 to 1989.

What color is Porsche Zermatt Silver Metallic?

Zermatt Silver Metallic is a metallic Porsche paint color in the silver family (hex #7A7A7A). Its paint code is LY7Y.

What years was Porsche Zermatt Silver Metallic available?

Zermatt Silver Metallic was offered from 1983 to 1989.

Is Porsche Zermatt Silver Metallic still available?

No. Zermatt Silver Metallic was discontinued in 1989.

Which Porsche models came in Zermatt Silver Metallic?

Zermatt Silver Metallic was offered on the Porsche 968, 944, 924.

What does Porsche Zermatt Silver Metallic look like on a 968?

See real photos of Zermatt Silver Metallic (LY7Y) on the Porsche 968 at https://colors.stuttcars.com/colors/zermatt-silver-metallic-ly7y/968.

What does Porsche Zermatt Silver Metallic look like on a 944?

See real photos of Zermatt Silver Metallic (LY7Y) on the Porsche 944 at https://colors.stuttcars.com/colors/zermatt-silver-metallic-ly7y/944.

What does Porsche Zermatt Silver Metallic look like on a 924?

See real photos of Zermatt Silver Metallic (LY7Y) on the Porsche 924 at https://colors.stuttcars.com/colors/zermatt-silver-metallic-ly7y/924.

Is Zermatt Silver Metallic a Paint to Sample (PTS) color?

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

What is the hex code for Porsche Zermatt Silver Metallic?

The hex code for Zermatt Silver Metallic is #7A7A7A. Keep in mind that automotive paint shifts with lighting and finish, so on-screen hex is only an approximation.

Is Porsche Zermatt Silver Metallic metallic or non-metallic?

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