Supercar Colours - More Variety?
Discussion
Afternoon,
I am sorry in advance for the really crap title, but I couldn't think of a better one off the top of my head. Anyway back on topic:
It occured to me (and it may be just me) today that supercars owners have got more and more outlandish and/or extreme with what colours they opt for. As an example, six years to around two years ago you had the majority of supercars in 'safe' colours (ie: black, grey and if Ferrari - red) and in my opinion that was down to the mindset of buying with the intention of selling and making a profit - hence not going for individual taste, but rather, choosing what colour would sell quicker. Some pictures to demonstrate: (Note: Pictures from various sources on Google)
I could find multiple more examples, but with the interest of not rambling on forever I think the above examples give an idea of the point I am trying to achieve. Some cars suit the more subtle colours, but on a daily basis, with our skies, I do not think I could hack it day in day out.
So most of supercars/hypercars today can be had with levels of detail unseen before, and I think the reason we see these more exotic, or rather unusual colours is due to the fact that people are keeping the cars longer and not looking to pass it on for profit - maybe more enthusiasts are buying them, rather investors. That is why I think we are seeing a difference - what are your thoughts?
Pictures to show the contrast to the above: Again, Google pictures!
Again, I could post many pictures but the above give the desired effect and point I was making. What are your thoughts? Discuss below.
Thanks for reading!
I am sorry in advance for the really crap title, but I couldn't think of a better one off the top of my head. Anyway back on topic:
It occured to me (and it may be just me) today that supercars owners have got more and more outlandish and/or extreme with what colours they opt for. As an example, six years to around two years ago you had the majority of supercars in 'safe' colours (ie: black, grey and if Ferrari - red) and in my opinion that was down to the mindset of buying with the intention of selling and making a profit - hence not going for individual taste, but rather, choosing what colour would sell quicker. Some pictures to demonstrate: (Note: Pictures from various sources on Google)
I could find multiple more examples, but with the interest of not rambling on forever I think the above examples give an idea of the point I am trying to achieve. Some cars suit the more subtle colours, but on a daily basis, with our skies, I do not think I could hack it day in day out.
So most of supercars/hypercars today can be had with levels of detail unseen before, and I think the reason we see these more exotic, or rather unusual colours is due to the fact that people are keeping the cars longer and not looking to pass it on for profit - maybe more enthusiasts are buying them, rather investors. That is why I think we are seeing a difference - what are your thoughts?
Pictures to show the contrast to the above: Again, Google pictures!
Again, I could post many pictures but the above give the desired effect and point I was making. What are your thoughts? Discuss below.
Thanks for reading!
Supercars have always been outlandishly coloured
Or at least, some of the anyway. I think some look better in more sober colours - Aston Martin imo, do not suit metallic orange, while I think Ferrari tend to look best in their red. Sober colours were a bit of an in-thing to look technological and futuristic in the past few years.
Or at least, some of the anyway. I think some look better in more sober colours - Aston Martin imo, do not suit metallic orange, while I think Ferrari tend to look best in their red. Sober colours were a bit of an in-thing to look technological and futuristic in the past few years.
Mastodon2 said:
Supercars have always been outlandishly coloured
Oh I agree, they used to be very unusual and quite a sight to see - but in my opinion between 2005-2010 we saw all mundane colours and 'resale grey' supercars which defeats the piont of a car like that. Just my 2p. That Virage looks amazing though.
Supercars used to be the preserve of Rockstars and Sheiks. They didn't really care about resale value.
Since then with the advent of cheap money and a booming economy, they fell into the hand of people who could afford to "Run them for a year", or "Buy one, but might have to get out quickly", so more and more are being bought in resale colours.
Since then with the advent of cheap money and a booming economy, they fell into the hand of people who could afford to "Run them for a year", or "Buy one, but might have to get out quickly", so more and more are being bought in resale colours.
Perhaps attitudes are changing, or peoples use is?
My two Porsche 911s were in bright yellow & orange, but they were garage toys & I very rarely drove them to work;
Fast forward to present & I'm currently looking to buy a lotus evora, with the difference that I will use it as a daily driver.
Although "just" a lotus, I'm very aware to the none car enthusiast public it looks like a supercar, so I'm actively looking at silvers/greys & blacks, rather than my usual shout out loud colours.
I'd simply suggest, that most people who buy supercars in discreet colours either use their cars more or simply don't want that much attention drawn to the fact they've decided to blow enough to buy a small house on a toy.
My two Porsche 911s were in bright yellow & orange, but they were garage toys & I very rarely drove them to work;
Fast forward to present & I'm currently looking to buy a lotus evora, with the difference that I will use it as a daily driver.
Although "just" a lotus, I'm very aware to the none car enthusiast public it looks like a supercar, so I'm actively looking at silvers/greys & blacks, rather than my usual shout out loud colours.
I'd simply suggest, that most people who buy supercars in discreet colours either use their cars more or simply don't want that much attention drawn to the fact they've decided to blow enough to buy a small house on a toy.
RoryH said:
Supercars used to be the preserve of Rockstars and Sheiks. They didn't really care about resale value.
Since then with the advent of cheap money and a booming economy, they fell into the hand of people who could afford to "Run them for a year", or "Buy one, but might have to get out quickly", so more and more are being bought in resale colours.
Totally agree with that statement. Since then with the advent of cheap money and a booming economy, they fell into the hand of people who could afford to "Run them for a year", or "Buy one, but might have to get out quickly", so more and more are being bought in resale colours.
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