Body Exterior Color Codes – 2.5L NA Estimated reading: 5 minutes Contributors Overview This procedure helps you identify the correct paint codes for your Porsche 944 variants with an 8-valve engine configuration, ensuring accurate color matching for touch-ups or repainting. Knowing the paint code is essential for maintaining the car’s original appearance or selecting a factory-approved color for restoration projects. Pink and blue text represent links to additional resources, tools, parts, and partner websites. Tools Required Owner’s manual or vehicle documentation Pen and paper for noting codes Step-by-Step Procedure Step 1: Locate the Paint Code Sticker Open the front trunk (hood) of your Porsche 944. (Pre-85.5) Look for the paint code sticker on the underside of the trunk lid, near the latch. (85.5 Onwards) Check the driver’s side door jamb or the underside of the trunk lid for the paint code sticker. If the sticker is missing, consult the vehicle’s owner’s manual or service records for the paint code. Step 2: Identify the Paint Code Find the paint code on the sticker, typically a combination of letters and numbers (e.g., LM 3A for India Red). Match the code to the list of standard or special colors for your model year, as provided below. Step 3: Reference Paint Codes by Model Year Use the following tables to confirm the paint code for your Porsche 944 (2.5L NA engine). Ensure you select the correct model year range: 1982–1985.5 (Pre-85.5) or 1985.5–1989 (85.5 Onwards). (Pre-85.5) For 1982 model year: Standard Colors: Mocca Black: LM 9V Gabun Gray: LY 7A Guards Red: LM 3A Gambia Red: LA 3B Mauritius Blue: LY 5A Alpine White: L 90E Havana Brown: LD 8A Special Colors: Platinum Metallic: LM 8U Light Blue Metallic: LM 5Z Black Metallic: LM 9Y Ihasa Green Metallic: LA 6V Surinam Red Metallic: LA 3Y Meteor Grey Metallic: LY 7Z Diamond Silver Metallic: L 97A (Pre-85.5) For 1983 model year: Standard Colors: Guards Red: LM 3A Black: LO 41 Alpine White: L 90E Copenhagen Blue: LY 5B Pasadena Yellow: LY 1L Special Colors: Platinum Metallic: LM 8U Moss Green Metallic: LM 6V Light Bronze Metallic: LM 1V Sapphire Metallic: LY 5V Montego Black Metallic: LY 9V Sienna Red Metallic: LD 3V Gemini Grey Metallic: LZ 7Z Zermatt Silver Metallic: LY 7Y Sable Brown Metallic: LY 8V (Pre-85.5) For 1984 model year: Standard Colors: India Red: LM 3A Black: LO 41 Alpine White: L 90E Copenhagen Blue: LY 5B Pasadena Yellow: LY 1L Special Colors: Platinum Metallic: LM 8U Light Bronze Metallic: LM 1V Sapphire Metallic: LY 5V Montego Black Metallic: LY 9V Ruby Red Metallic: LM 3V Gemini Gray Metallic: LZ 7Z Zermatt Metallic: LY 7Y Sobel Metallic: LY 8V (Pre-85.5) For 1985 model year (up to mid-1985): Standard Colors: India Red: LM 3A Black: L 041 Alpine White: L 90E Copenhagen Blue: LY 5B Pastell Beige: LM 1N Special Colors: Sapphire Metallic: LY 5V Mahogany Brown Metallic: LB 8Z Crystal Green Metallic: LM 6Y Granate Red Metallic: LM 3Y Kalahari Beige Metallic: LA 1Y Slate Gray Metallic: LY 7U Zermatt Metallic: LY 7Y Graphite Metallic: LB 7V (85.5 Onwards) For 1985.5–1986 model year: Standard Colors: India Red: LM 3A Black: L 041 Alpine White: L 90E Copenhagen Blue: LY 5B Pastel Beige: LM 1N Special Colors: Sapphire Metallic: LY 5V Mahogany Brown Metallic: LB 8Z Crystal Green Metallic: LM 6Y Garnet Red Metallic: LM 3Y Kalahari Beige Metallic: LA 1Y Slate Grey Metallic: LY 7U Zermatt Silver Metallic: LY 7Y Graphite Metallic: LB 7V Pearl White Metallic: LO A9 (85.5 Onwards) For 1987 model year: Standard Colors: Black: L 041 Alpine White: L 90E Lemon Yellow: L MIA Azurite Blue: L Y5D Malven Red: L Y3E India Red: L M3A Special Colors: Zermatt Silver Metallic: L Y7Y Slate Grey Metallic: L Y7U Satin Black Metallic: L Y9Y Nautic Metallic: L Y5Z Flamingo Metallic: L Y4Z Maraschino Red Metallic: L Y3V Almond Beige Metallic: L Y1Y Nile Green Metallic: L Y6Y Diamond Blue Metallic: L M5U Nougat Brown Metallic: L M8V (85.5 Onwards) For 1988 model year: Standard Colors: Black: L 041 Alpine White: L 90E Azurite Blue: L Y5D India Red: L M3A Special Colors: Zermatt Silver Metallic: L Y7Y Slate Grey Metallic: L Y7U Satin Black Metallic: L Y9Y Nautic Metallic: L Y5Z Maraschino Red Metallic: L Y3V Nile Green Metallic: L Y6Y Almond Beige Metallic: L Y1Y Nougat Brown Metallic: L M8V (85.5 Onwards) For 1989 model year: Standard Colors: Black: L 041 Alpine White: L 90E Azurite Blue: L Y5D India Red: L M3A Special Colors: Zermatt Silver Metallic: L Y7Y Slate Gray Metallic: L Y7U Satin Black Metallic: L Y9Y Glacier Metallic: L Y5U Bamboo Metallic: L Y1Z Velvet Red Metallic: L M3U Dove Blue Metallic: L M5P Linen Metallic: L M1U Step 4: Record and Verify the Paint Code Write down the paint code and corresponding color name for reference. Double-check the code against the vehicle’s documentation to ensure accuracy. If ordering paint, provide the exact code (e.g., L 90E for Alpine White) to the supplier to avoid mismatches. Post Procedure Checklist Confirm the paint code matches the vehicle’s model year and color. Verify the sticker is legible and securely attached for future reference. Store the recorded paint code with your vehicle’s documentation. Sources Clark’s Garage Pelican Parts Porsche 944 Workshop Manual, Volume 1 Youtube Tagged:BodyColor Codes Exterior Color Codes – 2.5L NA - PreviousElectric Window Troubleshooting – 2.5L NANext - Exterior Color Codes – 2.5L NAHeater Core Removal and Replacement – 2.5L NA
