Zinc Metallic

Zinc Metallic (956), Zinn Metallic in German with auxiliary codes U3 and Z8, is a slightly smoky, platinum-tinged silver metallic with a faintly greyed warmth that Rennbow describes as slightly platinum with a hint of smoke — a shade that looks particularly striking with a red interior. The hex of #D2D6D7 places it at the bright, light end of the silver spectrum, lighter than most conventional metallics of its era, with a crisp, almost satin quality. An important naming note: while commonly called Zinc Metallic in English — as confirmed by colour-code labels from Porsche 928 sticker reproductions listing "Zinc metallic - 956 - U3" — the German name Zinn translates more accurately to Tin Metallic, and Rennbow specifically flags this translation ambiguity. It appeared on the 911 SC in 1981–1983, the 911 Carrera in 1984, and the 928 in 1981. Color N Drive confirms it on the 911 and 928 from 1981 to 1984 under auxiliary codes U3/Z8. With a rarity data value of eight (a likely anomaly above the standard scale), surviving 911 SCs and Carreras in Zinc Metallic in original paint are appreciated for the warmth and period character they bring to the early 1980s body.