Which Porsche Black to go for?
Discussion
I’ve got a car on order and I’m trying to decide whether to go for standard black or jet black metallic.
I’m told by the OPC that standard black is a "blacker" black and I prefer the sound of this, but they also say it scratches more easily. It’s not too practical for me to visit the OPC at the moment to look at colours. So I’d be interested in people’s opinions on the two Porsche blacks with regard to looks, durability, resale value, etc.
Maybe somebody has a good photo of the two blacks next to each other?
Thanks,
TSS
I’m told by the OPC that standard black is a "blacker" black and I prefer the sound of this, but they also say it scratches more easily. It’s not too practical for me to visit the OPC at the moment to look at colours. So I’d be interested in people’s opinions on the two Porsche blacks with regard to looks, durability, resale value, etc.
Maybe somebody has a good photo of the two blacks next to each other?
Thanks,
TSS
Not sure if this helps at all? Has various photos of the different models and colours - could open side by side?
https://www.rennbow.org/colorwiki
https://www.rennbow.org/colorwiki
Taita said:
Not sure if this helps at all? Has various photos of the different models and colours - could open side by side?
https://www.rennbow.org/colorwiki
Thanks, but unfortunately it doesn't really help as all the photos are taken in different conditions so in some of them both blacks look the same and in others they look different but not the same difference every time. Really one photo of both blacks together in the same light conditions would be good. https://www.rennbow.org/colorwiki
I would go non metallic black. It is harder work to clean and keep scratch free. Make sure the dealer does not prep the paintwork.
Take it to Nick at SL Restorations in Crawley to carry out any paint correction and then have the car ceramic coated. My non metallic black Hellcat still looks great after 5 years
Take it to Nick at SL Restorations in Crawley to carry out any paint correction and then have the car ceramic coated. My non metallic black Hellcat still looks great after 5 years
Those are Lamborghini colours! 
Phooey said:
Jet Black Metallic when clean looks fantastic - had it on 2 Porsche's now. I was put off non-metallic black by OPC - takes too much work to keep tip top.
Thanks Phooey, those photos are really helpful. Much as I really want a black black I'm beginning to veer towards metallic as the car will be a commuter (if I ever start commuting again!) and I really can't be bothered to be detailing it every week.TSS said:
I’ve got a car on order and I’m trying to decide whether to go for standard black or jet black metallic.
I’m told by the OPC that standard black is a "blacker" black and I prefer the sound of this, but they also say it scratches more easily. It’s not too practical for me to visit the OPC at the moment to look at colours. So I’d be interested in people’s opinions on the two Porsche blacks with regard to looks, durability, resale value, etc.
Maybe somebody has a good photo of the two blacks next to each other?
Thanks,
TSS
I specified my old Cayman R in black and had the same debate that you did. Settled on flat black and it looked superb. Freshly detailed, it's a deep inky black. But I'm the first to admit that it's a second job keeping it looking good. If you're not garaging it, it's unforgiving and will show everything. Touching in stone chips on flat black is a bit easier in my experience too. Assume the OPC means swirling versus scratching? Cleaning is as contactless as is possible - snowfoam, two buckets, big wookie mitts. But I'd still find a few swirls. I’m told by the OPC that standard black is a "blacker" black and I prefer the sound of this, but they also say it scratches more easily. It’s not too practical for me to visit the OPC at the moment to look at colours. So I’d be interested in people’s opinions on the two Porsche blacks with regard to looks, durability, resale value, etc.
Maybe somebody has a good photo of the two blacks next to each other?
Thanks,
TSS
Mutema said:
I specified my old Cayman R in black and had the same debate that you did. Settled on flat black and it looked superb. Freshly detailed, it's a deep inky black. But I'm the first to admit that it's a second job keeping it looking good. If you're not garaging it, it's unforgiving and will show everything. Touching in stone chips on flat black is a bit easier in my experience too. Assume the OPC means swirling versus scratching? Cleaning is as contactless as is possible - snowfoam, two buckets, big wookie mitts. But I'd still find a few swirls.
That one looks superb, the metallics look slightly faded in comparison imo.Presume the flat black is also easier if you ever need a colour match / blend in.
DJMC said:
Don't do it! Black looks good for about half an hour, whatever the weather. Never again!!
I say this and after a few years always break this rule - I’ve now ended up with not one, but 2 black cars. Coincidentally, one is Jet Black Metallic and the other is Flat Black. Unfortunately, neither are currently with me or I’d take a photo side by side to help the OP - really sorry. One is currently having film and ceramic coating (& a few decals for good measure) applied; it will be interesting to see if this improves maintainance?
Edited by RSVP911 on Wednesday 12th August 22:02
Schmed said:
That one looks superb, the metallics look slightly faded in comparison imo.
Presume the flat black is also easier if you ever need a colour match / blend in.
Yes, as I said, easier to touch in any chips. I have a Festool de-nib tool and a drop feed fineline applicator. With some care, it's bodyshop standard. Same tools and method they use anyway. Presume the flat black is also easier if you ever need a colour match / blend in.
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