COLOR CODEM7T/1H - Platinum Silver MetallicPorsche Touch-Up Paint

The Look

This color defined a specific era of Porsche sophistication between 2010 and 2014. If you own a Panamera, 911, Boxster, or Cayman from this period, you likely chose this over the standard Arctic Silver because of its depth. It is not a cold, clinical gray. In direct sunlight, the finish reveals a warm, champagne undertone that feels more luxurious than a typical race-inspired silver. Because your car has likely spent a decade on the road, you will find that this shade is remarkably good at hiding light road dust and minor surface imperfections, making it a practical choice for a driver's car.

Technical Details

This is a complex metallic finish with a high density of fine metal flakes. The challenge with this type of paint is mottling, which occurs when the metallic particles clump together or lay at uneven angles, creating dark spots or "tiger stripes." To avoid this, you need a steady, even flow across the surface. This paint relies on those flakes to catch the light, so if the application is too heavy in one spot, the color will appear darker than the rest of the panel. Consistency is the only way to maintain that signature Porsche glow.

Best Practices

Before you apply Porsche Platinum Silver Metallic (confirm your code is M7T/1H), you must shake the container for at least sixty seconds to fully suspend the metallic flakes. You can find your paint code on a white paper sticker located under the front hood (the frunk), inside the driver's door jamb, or printed on the first page of your maintenance booklet. Always test the color on the included card to see how the flakes settle before you touch the car. Whether you are using a nozzle, brush, or pen, keep the container moving to ensure the metallic distribution remains uniform. Allow for ample drying time in a cool garage or the shade between layers to prevent the silver from sagging or becoming dull.