JuicedH22 Posted November 24, 2014 Report Share Posted November 24, 2014 So I've decided to ditch the wrap and go for a new paint job... I have narrowed my choice down to 3... I would love to get CR's vote! 1) Black Diamond (exclusive for CTS-V) - My top choice http://gmauthority.com/blog/wp-content/gallery/2011-cadillac-cts-v-coupe-black-diamond-chicago-2011/2011-cadillac-cts-v-coupe-black-diamond-2.jpg http://gmauthority.com/blog/wp-content/gallery/2011-cadillac-cts-v-coupe-black-diamond-chicago-2011/2011-cadillac-cts-v-coupe-black-diamond-9.jpg http://ksaloverksa.info/testing/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/IMG_7934-614x460.jpg http://gearheads.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/2013-D3-Cadillac-Widebody-CTS-V-Coupe-BTX-1.jpg 2) The new Laguna Blue corvette http://www.corvette7.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=573377&stc=1&d=1384108720 http://www.corvetteforum.com/forums/attachments/c7-general-discussion/47739771d1381501253-laguna-blue-on-dem-black-rimz-z51-c73.jpeg http://www.iveho.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/2014-Chevy-Corvette-Stingray-BFF.jpg 3) the new Shark Grey corvette color http://i530.photobucket.com/albums/dd349/elegantjohn/imagejpg1-57.jpg http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/bherndon2/C7%20Aero/6F7B39E6-EF49-40BD-B1F8-50BEF8802BC1_zpsitjmwzvj.jpg http://www.planet-9.com/attachments/981-cayman-boxster-pictures-video/45673d1394457421-superman-glacier-natl-park-corvette-2015-z06-0583-copy.jpg My first choice, before starting looking at alternatives was Black Diamond. I like the metallic tint that can give it a dark 'grey' metallic tint, but can also be black in lack of direct light... I always loved my car in black, as I think it just looks "mean"... I also think I can do some interesting things with accent colors on wheels/sponsor logos. etc... My fear/concern is that it may end up being too "bass boat" appearing, but when i see it in person, from 5+ feet way on the road, I dont get that impression. I really need to see it up close and personal. The blue I love because I just think it is a great color that stands out, and is a great color option for corvettes... The shark grey, I think gives it 'color' or substance, and still have that "mean" appearance that you lose with bright colors most often. My concern with the shark grey is that it may end up being too 'pewter' to my liking... So, just want to hear what my other car franz like... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JuicedH22 Posted November 24, 2014 Author Report Share Posted November 24, 2014 Now if i could just figure out how to add a Poll... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zeitgeist57 Posted November 24, 2014 Report Share Posted November 24, 2014 I'm a big fan of the Black Diamond...but I'd be nervous about getting such a heavy flake right on an aftermarket respray. Any thoughts about the Thunder Gray color on '06-'07 CTS-V's? I'm a little biased... http://tenwheel.com/imgs/a/b/c/n/c/2011_cadillac_cts___v_ctsv_sedan_thunder_gray_556hp_6___2_v8_auto_hid_1_lgw.jpg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
-Alex- Posted November 24, 2014 Report Share Posted November 24, 2014 Black Diamond. The blue is nice, but not really sure how much different it is than Electron Blue. The Shark Grey is also nice, but like you said, when I saw the first pic example you posted, I thought "Ew, Pewter...". Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iwashmycar Posted November 24, 2014 Report Share Posted November 24, 2014 Black Diamond. My FJ is Black Diamond...but you dont want Toyotas version lol. The speckles are purple, green, and blue instead of the silver, grey, and awesome in the first pic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aussiek2000 Posted November 24, 2014 Report Share Posted November 24, 2014 My vote goes to the Blue BTW, saw your car at LS Fest. It looked sharp. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2 Sweet Posted November 24, 2014 Report Share Posted November 24, 2014 Laguna Blue is my favorite color since Nassau Blue, so that would be my choice Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zeitgeist57 Posted November 24, 2014 Report Share Posted November 24, 2014 If you're looking at rich, deeper color, my FiL's 2015 Stingray came in Night Race Metallic. It's damn near black, only showing a really deep blue metallic in the sunlight, and it's really stunning in person. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AudiOn19s Posted November 24, 2014 Report Share Posted November 24, 2014 I'm not really a fan of aftermarket sprayed black cars....way too many opportunities to notice mistakes but of those 3 it's the one I'd choose. Throw cyber gray in that mix and I'd change my vote in an instant. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wagner Posted November 24, 2014 Report Share Posted November 24, 2014 Laguna Blue hands down. Saw that color on a new Z06 at the corvette factory it was just big old monster truck tits bad ass. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Orion Posted November 24, 2014 Report Share Posted November 24, 2014 Dat Blue.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doc1647545523 Posted November 24, 2014 Report Share Posted November 24, 2014 (edited) I know that you said you wanted opinions from among the three colors you chose, but my choice for that particular car would be this: http://i355.photobucket.com/albums/r445/martyr65/2012-Bentley-Continental-GT-Speed-Apple-Green_zpseefee416.jpg Ever since Bentley introduced the apple green, I've wanted it. Also, I've wondered if as many CTS-V owners would choose Diamond Black if it were named Dusty Black (which is what it looks like to me). So much of it is what the name connotes rather than how the car actually looks like in that color. I'm sure you'll be satisfied with whatever color you finally select. Edited November 25, 2014 by Doc to insert the photo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aaron Posted November 24, 2014 Report Share Posted November 24, 2014 As stated, the flake in that GM grey is HUGE, and IMO, very ugly. I'd probably pick the blue out of the 3, but none are good IMO. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SRTurbo04 Posted November 24, 2014 Report Share Posted November 24, 2014 Skip repainting the car and just get the ctsv in the first pic. That grey looks cheap to me imo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PRD2BDF Posted November 24, 2014 Report Share Posted November 24, 2014 I vote battleship gray, get it matte and add dark gray wheels. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Not Brian Posted November 24, 2014 Report Share Posted November 24, 2014 That amount of blingy flake looks ridiculous Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DTA09 Posted November 24, 2014 Report Share Posted November 24, 2014 The Laguna blue for sure Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Franchi Posted November 25, 2014 Report Share Posted November 25, 2014 I vote Blue but then again, I am rather biased towards blue in all vehicles... SUCH A GOOD COLOR THOUGH! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aaron Posted November 25, 2014 Report Share Posted November 25, 2014 That amount of blingy flake looks ridiculous 100% agree Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EssFo Posted November 25, 2014 Report Share Posted November 25, 2014 First color reminds me of this: http://www.autogeekonline.net/gallery/data/1340/medium/800_Ranger_Boat_01.jpg I like the gray myself. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aussiek2000 Posted November 25, 2014 Report Share Posted November 25, 2014 Bass boat flake, now we're talking. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EssFo Posted November 25, 2014 Report Share Posted November 25, 2014 My question is do you really want to put that kind of money (the kind that a GOOD paint job takes) on a car you track? Given your history with obstacles that is Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cordell Posted November 25, 2014 Report Share Posted November 25, 2014 I like the Black Diamond and White Diamond colors on big broad sided cars like the Cadillacs and trucks, but can't picture it looking right on a curvey car like a C5. It just seems that the flake would stand out in spots given whatever lighting angle hits it. Do you like Cyber grey? Never seen that on a C5z. Out of your choices I think the Blue would look best on the car. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LS_Sonoma Posted November 25, 2014 Report Share Posted November 25, 2014 I'm currently wrapping my C5 in matte metallic Azura Blue so I'm kinda partial but... The color on the 4th CTSv coupe is amazing. Looks like a dark grey with copper? I dunno, tits though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JuicedH22 Posted November 26, 2014 Author Report Share Posted November 26, 2014 Thanks guys! This is tough. Jarod, father in law owns a body shop, I'm only paying for paint. And after a year tracking a wrapped car, it is way more of a pita than paint... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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